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L196 AVL

1994 BMW R100

White Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,110 mi
Last recorded48,110 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1994 BMW R10041,820 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL196 AVL
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 3 Jun 2026 48,110 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 28 Mar 2025 46,889 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 47,680 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 41,404 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 41,276 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 36,636 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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L196 AVL is a 1994 BMW R100 in White with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L196 AVL, 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 L196 AVL?

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What year was L196 AVL registered?

L196 AVL is a 1994 BMW R100, first registered on 12 January 1994.

Is L196 AVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L196 AVL shows 6 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 L196 AVL have outstanding finance?

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