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J831 EMX

1991 BMW R100

White Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

92,438 mi
Last recorded92,438 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 1991 BMW R10035,528 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ831 EMX
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 4 Jul 2025 92,438 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 91,905 miles

Rear slight wear in rear wheel bearing

Pass 14 Apr 2023 91,136 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 90,376 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 89,865 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 89,500 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 88,423 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 84,133 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 82,362 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 79,542 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 76,081 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 71,908 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 67,264 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 65,692 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 62,181 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 61,195 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 59,004 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 55,390 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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J831 EMX is a 1991 BMW R100 in White with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J831 EMX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J831 EMX?

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What year was J831 EMX registered?

J831 EMX is a 1991 BMW R100, first registered on 5 December 1991.

Is J831 EMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J831 EMX shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J831 EMX have outstanding finance?

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