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L211 ART

1994 BMW R100

Green Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

40,869 mi
Last recorded40,869 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1994 BMW R10041,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL211 ART
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 40,869 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 40,637 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2018 40,637 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2017 40,636 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 40,245 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 39,048 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 36,703 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 30,947 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 30,092 miles

Floor brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable (3.3.C1a)

only slight reserve travel on front brake lever

Pass 3 Oct 2009 30,000 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 29,871 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 29,851 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 29,383 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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L211 ART is a 1994 BMW R100 in Green with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 L211 ART, 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 L211 ART?

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What year was L211 ART registered?

L211 ART is a 1994 BMW R100, first registered on 19 April 1994.

Is L211 ART safe to buy?

The MOT history for L211 ART shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L211 ART have outstanding finance?

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