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L179 SJK

1994 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

46,523 mi
Last recorded46,523 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1994 BMW R10041,820 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL179 SJK
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 46,523 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 41,074 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 35,862 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 31,184 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 26,268 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 20,619 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 15,443 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 9,385 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 2,139 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 99,687 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 96,304 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 94,327 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 94,325 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 91,883 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 88,865 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 86,104 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 84,306 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 81,754 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 76,121 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 74,711 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 70,297 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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L179 SJK is a 1994 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1994 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 41,820 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 L179 SJK, 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 32 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 L179 SJK?

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What year was L179 SJK registered?

L179 SJK is a 1994 BMW R100, first registered on 1 January 1994.

Is L179 SJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for L179 SJK shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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