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K273 JMX

1993 BMW R100

Purple Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

22,512 mi
Last recorded22,512 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2022
Typical for 1993 BMW R10039,009 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK273 JMX
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1993
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 13 Jul 2022 22,512 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front brake hose loose

gear lever loose

Pass 16 Jun 2021 22,470 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 22,414 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 22,357 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2018 22,344 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 22,159 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 21,665 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 21,175 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 20,026 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 19,236 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2012 18,365 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

rear tyre has a small cut in treads

Pass 15 Aug 2012 18,365 miles

rear tyre has a small cut in treads

Pass 9 Aug 2011 16,071 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 16,049 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 15,983 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 15,138 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2007 15,110 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

strange gearbox rumble

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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K273 JMX is a 1993 BMW R100 in Purple with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 K273 JMX, 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 K273 JMX registered?

K273 JMX is a 1993 BMW R100, first registered on 25 February 1993.

Is K273 JMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for K273 JMX shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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