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H135 VUA

1991 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

41,903 mi
Last recorded41,903 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 1991 BMW R10035,528 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH135 VUA
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc
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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 41,903 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 40,454 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 38,166 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2022 38,164 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 37,781 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2021 37,763 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Apr 2019 36,114 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2019 36,114 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 17 May 2018 34,428 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 32,902 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 31,551 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 30,213 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2014 29,682 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 28,913 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 28,591 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 27,303 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 8 Apr 2010 20,913 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 18,118 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 16,346 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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H135 VUA is a 1991 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1991 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 35,528 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 H135 VUA, 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 35 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 H135 VUA registered?

H135 VUA is a 1991 BMW R100, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is H135 VUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for H135 VUA 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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