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J988 DHM

1991 BMW R100

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,317 mi
Last recorded49,317 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 1991 BMW R10035,528 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ988 DHM
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 1 Apr 2026 49,317 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 49,218 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 39,896 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Jul 2023 39,778 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 39,732 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 39,713 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2020 39,695 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 39,677 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 39,640 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 38,666 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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J988 DHM is a 1991 BMW R100 in Red with a 1,000cc 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 J988 DHM, 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 J988 DHM?

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What year was J988 DHM registered?

J988 DHM is a 1991 BMW R100, first registered on 1 March 1991.

Is J988 DHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for J988 DHM 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.

Does J988 DHM have outstanding finance?

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