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B100 GNL

1985 BMW R100

White Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,327 mi
Last recorded45,327 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 1985 BMW R10046,367 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB100 GNL
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 21 Mar 2026 45,327 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2024 44,980 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 44,173 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2022 43,241 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 40,817 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 37,916 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 36,572 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 35,840 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 34,478 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 31,948 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 31,947 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 31,858 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 30,867 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 29,931 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 26,324 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 Apr 2007 25,248 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 24,473 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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B100 GNL is a 1985 BMW R100 in White with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 46,367 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 B100 GNL, 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 41 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 B100 GNL?

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What year was B100 GNL registered?

B100 GNL is a 1985 BMW R100, first registered on 1 April 1985.

Is B100 GNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B100 GNL shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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