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K817 YBW

1993 BMW R100

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

56,658 mi
Last recorded56,658 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1993 BMW R10039,009 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK817 YBW
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 56,658 miles
Pass 31 May 2025 56,406 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 56,244 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 56,164 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 55,926 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 55,840 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 55,840 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 Jan 2016 55,427 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 55,108 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 55,050 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 55,021 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 54,777 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2011 54,555 miles

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 53,471 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 52,349 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 50,364 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 49,552 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 47,368 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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K817 YBW is a 1993 BMW R100 in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K817 YBW, 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 K817 YBW?

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What year was K817 YBW registered?

K817 YBW is a 1993 BMW R100, first registered on 23 February 1993.

Is K817 YBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K817 YBW shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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