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B257 KNH

1984 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

55,000 mi
Last recorded55,000 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2024
Typical for 1984 BMW R10044,156 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB257 KNH
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2024 55,000 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 54,500 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 53,721 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 53,231 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 52,995 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 52,442 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 52,268 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2017 52,268 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 51,905 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 51,436 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 50,397 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 49,073 miles

both tyres just about on minimum legal limit

Pass 4 Aug 2012 46,967 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 45,084 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 44,400 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 43,233 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 41,132 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 40,534 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2006 39,486 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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B257 KNH is a 1984 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1984 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 44,156 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 B257 KNH, 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 42 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 B257 KNH?

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What year was B257 KNH registered?

B257 KNH is a 1984 BMW R100, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is B257 KNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for B257 KNH shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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