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F965 OBJ

1988 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

82,966 mi
Last recorded82,966 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2026
Typical for 1988 BMW R10041,474 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF965 OBJ
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2026 82,966 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2026 82,930 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2025 82,420 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2025 82,401 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel fowling exhaust system (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake performance unable to be tested rear brake inoperative hitting exhaust (1.2.1 (g))

Rear offside and nearside panniers insecure

Pass 7 Jun 2024 81,923 miles

Exhaust noisy non-std exhaust systems fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

advise operation of front forks

enduro tyres fitted, front and rear, ok for MOT

tape on headlamp lens

Fail 7 Jun 2024 81,923 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel rear brake pedal travel impeded by fouling of exhaust system (1.1.2 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy non-std exhaust systems fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

advise operation of front forks

enduro tyres fitted, front and rear, ok for MOT

tape on headlamp lens

Pass 15 Apr 2023 80,681 miles

Exhaust noisy throaty note, non-std pipes fitted (8.1.1 (a))

enduro style tyres fitted

tape on headlamp lens

Fail 15 Apr 2023 80,681 miles

Exhaust noisy throaty note, non-std pipes fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen kick up to o/s (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

enduro style tyres fitted

tape on headlamp lens

Pass 5 Oct 2021 79,775 miles

Front forks modified

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear damping soft

Pass 2 Aug 2019 79,703 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 79,237 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 77,162 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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F965 OBJ is a 1988 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 F965 OBJ, 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 F965 OBJ registered?

F965 OBJ is a 1988 BMW R100, first registered on 6 September 1988.

Is F965 OBJ safe to buy?

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