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PKN 866W

1981 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

32,501 mi
Last recorded32,501 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 1981 BMW R10045,618 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPKN 866W
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Fail 16 Jul 2026 32,501 miles

Front Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jul 2025 32,350 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 32,153 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 31,957 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 31,826 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 31,644 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 31,566 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 31,334 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 30,694 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 18 Apr 2017 29,962 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 29,456 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 28,940 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 28,254 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 27,676 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 26,576 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2009 25,836 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 24,851 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 23,323 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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PKN 866W is a 1981 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1981 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 45,618 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 PKN 866W, 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 45 years old, this BMW R100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PKN 866W registered?

PKN 866W is a 1981 BMW R100, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is PKN 866W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PKN 866W shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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