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L486 YVL

1994 BMW R100

Green Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

93,457 mi
Last recorded93,457 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 1994 BMW R10041,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL486 YVL
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 93,457 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 92,413 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 91,439 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 90,643 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 89,620 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 88,293 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 86,384 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 85,092 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 83,564 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 80,947 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 73,616 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 69,802 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 64,401 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2011 56,766 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 55,867 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 55,858 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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L486 YVL is a 1994 BMW R100 in Green with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 L486 YVL, 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 L486 YVL?

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What year was L486 YVL registered?

L486 YVL is a 1994 BMW R100, first registered on 3 June 1994.

Is L486 YVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L486 YVL shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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