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F156 JBM

1988 BMW R100

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

57,283 mi
Last recorded57,283 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 1988 BMW R10041,474 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF156 JBM
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 57,283 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2025 57,240 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 57,052 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 56,504 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2022 56,047 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 55,661 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 55,298 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2019 54,060 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 52,783 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2018 52,782 miles

Front Lower Brake hose stretched by steering movement Full LH steering lock ; Front brake pipe "stretched" (3.2.B3b)

Pass 18 Jan 2017 51,665 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 50,449 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 49,455 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 48,206 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 47,971 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 15 Jan 2013 47,971 miles

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 47,885 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 47,082 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 45,864 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 44,615 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 43,846 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 42,952 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 42,285 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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F156 JBM is a 1988 BMW R100 in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1988 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 41,474 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 F156 JBM, 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 38 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 F156 JBM registered?

F156 JBM is a 1988 BMW R100, first registered on 7 October 1988.

Is F156 JBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F156 JBM shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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