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J718 HSL

1991 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

23,375 mi
Last recorded23,375 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 1991 BMW R10035,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ718 HSL
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 23,375 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2024 22,850 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 22,124 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2022 21,363 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 6 Apr 2021 20,470 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))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 19,287 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2012 18,726 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 17,395 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 15,508 miles

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Fail 29 Apr 2009 15,461 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 7,727 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 97,464 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Apr 2006 87,337 miles

advise-fork gaitors fitted.unable to see fork seals

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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J718 HSL is a 1991 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 J718 HSL, 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 J718 HSL registered?

J718 HSL is a 1991 BMW R100, first registered on 4 September 1991.

Is J718 HSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J718 HSL shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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