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K897 AHG

1993 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

1,006 mi
Last recorded1,006 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 1993 BMW R10039,009 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK897 AHG
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 1,006 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 906 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 774 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 637 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 402 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2012 93,542 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 83,453 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 77,796 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2010 77,796 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.6)

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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K897 AHG is a 1993 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 K897 AHG, 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 K897 AHG registered?

K897 AHG is a 1993 BMW R100, first registered on 1 January 1993.

Is K897 AHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for K897 AHG shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does K897 AHG have outstanding finance?

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