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K841 XGS

1992 BMW R100

Purple Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

25,499 mi
Last recorded25,499 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 1992 BMW R10038,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK841 XGS
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1992
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 25,499 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2024 21,142 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2024 21,135 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 24 May 2022 21,109 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 20,720 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 20,560 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 18,499 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 18,320 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 18,320 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 18,261 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 17,966 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 16,905 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2011 16,905 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2010 15,682 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 14,782 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 13,448 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 12,766 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 11,194 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2006 11,194 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2005 9,148 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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K841 XGS is a 1992 BMW R100 in Purple with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1992 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 38,115 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 K841 XGS, 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 34 years old, this BMW R100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K841 XGS registered?

K841 XGS is a 1992 BMW R100, first registered on 25 August 1992.

Is K841 XGS safe to buy?

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