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L398 KDP

1994 BMW R1100

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

44,800 mi
Last recorded44,800 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 1994 BMW R110046,796 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL398 KDP
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 44,800 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 43,697 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 41,307 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 40,662 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 40,344 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 37,847 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 37,693 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 33,017 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 30,508 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 28,601 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 27,075 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 25 May 2012 25,705 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 24,806 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 24,545 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 24,189 miles
Fail 30 May 2008 23,403 miles

Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Pass 30 May 2008 23,403 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 22,580 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 21,569 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R1100?

Based on 53,146 MOT tests across 4,232 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
1,091
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
4,232
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 685
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 341
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 319
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 310
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 282
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L398 KDP is a 1994 BMW R1100 in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1994 BMW R1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 46,796 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R1100 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 685 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L398 KDP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 32 years old, this BMW R1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L398 KDP registered?

L398 KDP is a 1994 BMW R1100, first registered on 15 April 1994.

Is L398 KDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L398 KDP shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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