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K473 EYR

1993 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

51,010 mi
Last recorded51,010 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2020
Typical for 1993 BMW R10039,009 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK473 EYR
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2020 51,010 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 50,837 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 50,140 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2018 50,140 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 49,509 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 48,555 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 48,418 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2015 48,404 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Apr 2014 48,135 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 47,919 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 3 May 2013 47,919 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 47,768 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 47,611 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 47,522 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 46,834 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2009 46,823 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 19 Feb 2008 46,201 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2007 45,712 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2007 45,703 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2006 45,366 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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K473 EYR is a 1993 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 K473 EYR, 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 K473 EYR registered?

K473 EYR is a 1993 BMW R100, first registered on 15 April 1993.

Is K473 EYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for K473 EYR shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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