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K143 BWL

1993 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 May 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

71,076 mi
Last recorded71,076 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 1993 BMW R10039,009 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK143 BWL
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 71,076 miles
Fail 16 May 2026 71,076 miles

Nearside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Pass 15 May 2025 70,603 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 70,373 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 69,804 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 67,117 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 65,607 miles
Pass 25 May 2020 64,070 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 61,814 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 60,090 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 57,145 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 56,240 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 54,853 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 26 Feb 2014 52,150 miles

rear tyre slightly oversized

Pass 1 Mar 2013 51,154 miles

incorrect size of rear tyre fitted

Pass 8 Mar 2012 50,120 miles

incorrect size of rear tyre fitted

Pass 4 Mar 2011 46,497 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 15 Mar 2010 43,775 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2009 42,254 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 40,530 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 37,308 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 33,861 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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K143 BWL is a 1993 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 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 K143 BWL, 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

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What year was K143 BWL registered?

K143 BWL is a 1993 BMW R100, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K143 BWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for K143 BWL shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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