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G855 FCS

1990 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

57,805 mi
Last recorded57,805 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 1990 BMW R10040,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG855 FCS
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 57,805 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2025 56,941 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 55,897 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 53,898 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 45,821 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 45,320 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 44,485 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2018 44,485 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 44,104 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2017 44,104 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 43,193 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 42,270 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 41,151 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 40,367 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 38,455 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 36,474 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 34,579 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 33,186 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 31,930 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 30,554 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 27,374 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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G855 FCS is a 1990 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 G855 FCS, 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 G855 FCS registered?

G855 FCS is a 1990 BMW R100, first registered on 18 June 1990.

Is G855 FCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for G855 FCS shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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