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L13 NYG

1999 BMW R1100

Grey Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

57,779 mi
Last recorded57,779 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW R110036,289 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL13 NYG
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 57,779 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2026 57,779 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements spacing not correct (0.1 (d))

Pass 21 May 2025 57,734 miles
Fail 21 May 2025 57,734 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements spacing not correct (0.1 (d))

Pass 23 Aug 2024 57,657 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2024 57,657 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements spacing not in accordance with requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 56,281 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Fail 1 Dec 2022 56,281 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 55,263 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 18 Nov 2021 55,263 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure silencer bolt was slack - now tight (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 52,665 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 52,619 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 52,487 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 52,291 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 52,205 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2015 51,932 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 51,238 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 50,512 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 50,049 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 43,261 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 48,770 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 48,636 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2009 48,636 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2008 45,834 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 39,326 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 17 Mar 2006 32,710 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the BMW R1100?

Based on 53,146 MOT tests across 4,232 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
1,091
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
4,232
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 685
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 341
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 319
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 310
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 282
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L13 NYG is a 1999 BMW R1100 in Grey with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1999 BMW R1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 36,289 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW R1100 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 685 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L13 NYG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 27 years old, this BMW R1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L13 NYG registered?

L13 NYG is a 1999 BMW R1100, first registered on 2 October 1999.

Is L13 NYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for L13 NYG shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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