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M238 SHG

1999 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

78,816 mi
Last recorded78,816 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW R10056,330 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM238 SHG
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 78,816 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 77,938 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2023 77,178 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 76,839 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 75,787 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 73,899 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 72,817 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 68,940 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 66,804 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 65,422 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 62,154 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 60,116 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 30 May 2014 60,113 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 11 Apr 2013 56,527 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 56,527 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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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M238 SHG is a 1999 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1999 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.3% with a typical mileage of 56,330 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 M238 SHG, 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 27 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 M238 SHG?

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What year was M238 SHG registered?

M238 SHG is a 1999 BMW R100, first registered on 27 June 1999.

Is M238 SHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M238 SHG shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M238 SHG have outstanding finance?

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