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J106 LLX

1991 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

74,903 mi
Last recorded74,903 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2017
Typical for 1991 BMW R10035,528 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ106 LLX
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2017 74,903 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2017 74,871 miles

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

Rear brake travel is long

Fail 18 Oct 2016 74,740 miles

Direction indicators not working All (1.5.1c)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 74,088 miles

Inner Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Oct 2010 72,827 miles

gear change pivot heavily worn

Fail 12 Oct 2010 72,827 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

gear change pivot heavily worn

Pass 3 Oct 2009 69,203 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 Oct 2008 65,544 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 62,058 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 58,122 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2005 53,122 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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J106 LLX is a 1991 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 J106 LLX, 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 J106 LLX registered?

J106 LLX is a 1991 BMW R100, first registered on 30 September 1991.

Is J106 LLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J106 LLX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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