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L514 TBR

1994 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

54,201 mi
Last recorded54,201 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 1994 BMW R10041,820 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL514 TBR
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 54,201 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 54,114 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 52,019 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 51,164 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 47,886 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 46,189 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 41,761 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 40,108 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 39,846 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2015 39,846 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 26 Oct 2013 39,438 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2013 39,438 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2012 39,424 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 39,374 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 38,707 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 38,573 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2008 38,573 miles

Front Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Rear Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Pass 16 Mar 2007 38,200 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 37,016 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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L514 TBR is a 1994 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 L514 TBR, 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 L514 TBR?

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What year was L514 TBR registered?

L514 TBR is a 1994 BMW R100, first registered on 30 June 1994.

Is L514 TBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L514 TBR shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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