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J862 XWF

1991 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,400 mi
Last recorded17,400 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 1991 BMW R10035,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ862 XWF
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 30 Jul 2026 17,400 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 16,925 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 16,193 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 14,613 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 13,351 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 12,490 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 9,366 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 9,148 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front tyre sidewalls becoming cracked.

unable to check fuel tank properly due to tank cover being fitted.

Pass 30 May 2013 8,893 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 7,777 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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J862 XWF is a 1991 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 J862 XWF, 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 J862 XWF?

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What year was J862 XWF registered?

J862 XWF is a 1991 BMW R100, first registered on 28 August 1991.

Is J862 XWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J862 XWF shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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