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L838 DDB

1993 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

44,532 mi
Last recorded44,532 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2014
Typical for 1993 BMW R10039,009 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL838 DDB
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2014 44,532 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2014 44,530 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 43,582 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2012 43,349 miles

The rear tyre is cracking around the middle tread

Pass 21 Jan 2011 36,657 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 31,901 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 24,660 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 23,362 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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L838 DDB is a 1993 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 L838 DDB, 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 L838 DDB registered?

L838 DDB is a 1993 BMW R100, first registered on 9 August 1993.

Is L838 DDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L838 DDB shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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