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YKD 170W

1981 BMW R100

Green Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

55,926 mi
Last recorded55,926 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2010
Typical for 1981 BMW R10045,618 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYKD 170W
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2010 55,926 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 55,272 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 50,883 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 21 May 2008 50,883 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 47,329 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 46,887 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Apr 2006 36,459 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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YKD 170W is a 1981 BMW R100 in Green with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 YKD 170W, 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

How do I check the history of YKD 170W?

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What year was YKD 170W registered?

YKD 170W is a 1981 BMW R100, first registered on 25 March 1981.

Is YKD 170W safe to buy?

The MOT history for YKD 170W shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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