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J988 HFB

1992 BMW R100

White Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,991 mi
Last recorded37,991 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1992 BMW R10038,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ988 HFB
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2026 37,991 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 37,232 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 36,640 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 35,467 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 35,233 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 33,728 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 30,917 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 24,691 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 21,292 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 14,833 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 14 Aug 2014 14,458 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 11,329 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 10,064 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 8,966 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 HFB is a 1992 BMW R100 in White with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1992 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 38,115 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 HFB, 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 34 years old, this BMW R100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J988 HFB registered?

J988 HFB is a 1992 BMW R100, first registered on 15 April 1992.

Is J988 HFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J988 HFB shows 14 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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