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G459 NFL

1990 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

90,347 mi
Last recorded90,347 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 1990 BMW R10040,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG459 NFL
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 90,347 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 90,172 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 89,730 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 89,214 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 88,799 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 88,429 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 88,196 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 87,188 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 85,271 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 84,892 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 83,354 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 81,260 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2013 80,603 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 80,603 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 27,132 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 25,244 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 19,749 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2009 17,340 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

rear brake grabbing slightly.

Pass 24 Jul 2009 17,340 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

rear brake grabbing slightly.

Pass 4 Aug 2008 15,446 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 11,972 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 9,974 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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G459 NFL is a 1990 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1990 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 40,720 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 G459 NFL, 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 36 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 G459 NFL registered?

G459 NFL is a 1990 BMW R100, first registered on 15 January 1990.

Is G459 NFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for G459 NFL shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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