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H455 CBU

1990 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

44,789 mi
Last recorded44,789 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 1990 BMW R10040,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH455 CBU
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 44,789 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 43,212 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 41,912 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 41,445 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 41,437 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 41,265 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 40,755 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 39,301 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 39,110 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 38,627 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 38,279 miles
Fail 8 May 2009

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 3 May 2008 35,762 miles
Fail 3 May 2008 35,762 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 May 2007 35,114 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 34,616 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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H455 CBU is a 1990 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 H455 CBU, 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

How do I check the history of H455 CBU?

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What year was H455 CBU registered?

H455 CBU is a 1990 BMW R100, first registered on 15 November 1990.

Is H455 CBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for H455 CBU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H455 CBU have outstanding finance?

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