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L537 EKP

1994 BMW R100

Maroon Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

22,730 mi
Last recorded22,730 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1994 BMW R10041,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL537 EKP
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1994
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 22,730 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 22,711 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 22,677 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 22,656 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 22,371 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 22,324 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Slight oil leak evident from left hand side of engine.

Pass 19 Apr 2016 22,241 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 22,106 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 21,937 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 21,144 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 20,739 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 20,739 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 13 Apr 2011 20,130 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 19,436 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 19,091 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 18,284 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 16,906 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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L537 EKP is a 1994 BMW R100 in Maroon with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 L537 EKP, 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 L537 EKP registered?

L537 EKP is a 1994 BMW R100, first registered on 25 May 1994.

Is L537 EKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L537 EKP shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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