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L371 JKO

1994 BMW R100

White Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

73,597 mi
Last recorded73,597 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2023
Typical for 1994 BMW R10041,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL371 JKO
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2023 73,597 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 71,440 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 26 Sep 2022 71,440 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 25,036 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 69,446 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 68,334 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Very close to limit. (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 12 Oct 2020 68,324 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Very close to limit. (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2019 66,194 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2019 66,163 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear All direction indicators light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2018 61,054 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 57,032 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 51,633 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 45,108 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2015 45,108 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released front and rear (1.3.1e)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 37,048 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 28,836 miles

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

slight sidewall cracks to front tyre

Pass 5 Sep 2012 24,208 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 23,814 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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L371 JKO is a 1994 BMW R100 in White with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 L371 JKO, 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

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What year was L371 JKO registered?

L371 JKO is a 1994 BMW R100, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L371 JKO safe to buy?

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