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M288 LEL

1995 BMW R100

Grey Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

12 mi
Last recorded12 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2024
Typical for 1995 BMW R10041,169 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM288 LEL
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1995
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2024 12 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Dec 2024 11 miles

Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Fuel tank so insecure there is a risk of fire (6.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2023 36,210 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 35,945 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 35,856 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 35,846 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 35,804 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 35,692 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 34,873 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 34,757 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 33,629 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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M288 LEL is a 1995 BMW R100 in Grey with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1995 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 41,169 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 M288 LEL, 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 31 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 M288 LEL registered?

M288 LEL is a 1995 BMW R100, first registered on 1 April 1995.

Is M288 LEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M288 LEL shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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