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N202 VJM

1996 BMW R100

Multi-colour Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

40,113 mi
Last recorded40,113 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1996 BMW R10032,079 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN202 VJM
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 40,113 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 May 2025 38,978 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 37,891 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 36,878 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 35,680 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 35,466 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 34,296 miles
Fail 29 May 2019 34,296 miles

Central Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 33,325 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2018 33,324 miles

Front All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 29,748 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 29,562 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 29,562 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 29,396 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 29,295 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 29,104 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 28,781 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 28,240 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2005 27,418 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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N202 VJM is a 1996 BMW R100 in Multi-colour with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 N202 VJM, 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 N202 VJM?

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What year was N202 VJM registered?

N202 VJM is a 1996 BMW R100, first registered on 19 March 1996.

Is N202 VJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N202 VJM shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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