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N100 BWM

1996 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

44,535 mi
Last recorded44,535 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 BMW R10032,079 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN100 BWM
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 44,535 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 44,522 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Jun 2021 44,519 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 44,433 miles

Battery flat at time of test

Fail 1 Jun 2020 44,433 miles

Battery flat at time of test

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2019 44,348 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 43,468 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 43,395 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 43,067 miles
Fail 22 May 2015 43,054 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

fuel cap locked

Pass 26 Aug 2014 43,043 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 40,135 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 36,757 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 31,613 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 26,972 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 20,194 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 17,808 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 17,690 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 17,664 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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N100 BWM is a 1996 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1996 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.1% with a typical mileage of 32,079 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 N100 BWM, 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 30 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 N100 BWM?

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What year was N100 BWM registered?

N100 BWM is a 1996 BMW R100, first registered on 19 June 1996.

Is N100 BWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N100 BWM shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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