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K656 RCU

1993 BMW R100

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

42,584 mi
Last recorded42,584 miles
Recorded on14 May 2022
Typical for 1993 BMW R10039,009 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK656 RCU
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2022 42,584 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 40,707 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 31,541 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 26,232 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 21,434 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 9,245 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2014 99,522 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 2 Aug 2014 99,522 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 92,333 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 84,900 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 80,429 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 71,862 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 62,287 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R100?

Based on 26,387 MOT tests across 3,036 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
625
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
3,036
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 222
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 145
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 123
Horn not working 86
Headlamp aim too low 65
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K656 RCU is a 1993 BMW R100 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1993 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 39,009 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R100 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 222 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K656 RCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R100 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 33 years old, this BMW R100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K656 RCU?

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What year was K656 RCU registered?

K656 RCU is a 1993 BMW R100, first registered on 12 January 1993.

Is K656 RCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for K656 RCU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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