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L524 KNK

1994 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

42,477 mi
Last recorded42,477 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1994 BMW R10041,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL524 KNK
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 42,477 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 67,939 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 29 Oct 2024 42,455 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 42,429 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 42,291 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 42,216 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 42,151 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 41,721 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 41,718 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 41,705 miles
Fail 30 May 2015 41,694 miles

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

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

Pass 24 May 2014 41,038 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 40,432 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 40,222 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 39,766 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 38,768 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 38,403 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 38,202 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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L524 KNK is a 1994 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 L524 KNK, 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 L524 KNK registered?

L524 KNK is a 1994 BMW R100, first registered on 21 March 1994.

Is L524 KNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for L524 KNK shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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