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L831 ULL

1993 BMW R100

White Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

86,464 mi
Last recorded86,464 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1993 BMW R10039,009 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL831 ULL
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 86,464 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 May 2025 82,249 miles
Fail 10 May 2025 82,236 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 13 Apr 2024 80,481 miles

Nearside Fuel pipe damaged but not to excess (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2023 79,252 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 78,816 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 77,655 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2021 77,655 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 73,955 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 70,449 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 67,435 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 66,756 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 63,746 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 58,479 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 54,700 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 47,910 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 42,954 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 38,883 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 4 May 2007 38,883 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 22 Apr 2006 33,853 miles

Rear mono-shock insecure (2.4.B.4)

Drive oil on rear tyre

Front brake slightly dragging

Fail 6 Apr 2006 33,738 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Offside Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Drive unit oil leaking onto rear tyre

Nail in rear tyre

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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L831 ULL is a 1993 BMW R100 in White with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1993 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 39,009 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 L831 ULL, 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 33 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 L831 ULL registered?

L831 ULL is a 1993 BMW R100, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L831 ULL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L831 ULL shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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