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H585 LRX

1991 BMW R100

Silver Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

22,336 mi
Last recorded22,336 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1991 BMW R10035,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH585 LRX
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 22,336 miles
Fail 6 May 2026 22,336 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Pass 22 May 2025 22,065 miles

Nearside Exhaust silencer slightly loose Baffles inside silencer (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Exhaust silencer slightly loose Baffles inside silencer (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 May 2024 21,855 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Exhaust silencer slightly loose Baffles inside silencer (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Exhaust silencer slightly loose Baffles inside silencer (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 May 2023 21,570 miles

Nearside Exhaust silencer slightly loose Baffles inside silencer (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Exhaust silencer slightly loose Baffles inside silencer (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 May 2022 21,355 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose Baffles loose inside silencer (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose Baffles loose inside silencer (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 May 2021 20,935 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose Baffles loose inside silencer (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose Baffles loose in silencer (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 May 2020 20,301 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose Baffles loose inside silencer. (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose Baffles loose inside silencer. (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 May 2019 19,717 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose Baffles loose inside silencer (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 15 May 2019 19,717 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose Baffles loose inside silencer (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 May 2018 18,817 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 8 May 2017 18,382 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 18,093 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 11 May 2015 17,871 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 7 May 2014 17,326 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 May 2013 16,967 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 May 2012 16,677 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 May 2011 16,369 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 May 2010 15,643 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 15,042 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 13,757 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 25 May 2007 13,251 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 13,251 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 31 May 2006 12,538 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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H585 LRX is a 1991 BMW R100 in Silver with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1991 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 35,528 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 H585 LRX, 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 35 years old, this BMW R100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was H585 LRX registered?

H585 LRX is a 1991 BMW R100, first registered on 20 March 1991.

Is H585 LRX safe to buy?

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