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L5 WLS

1993 BMW R100

Green Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

48,169 mi
Last recorded48,169 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 1993 BMW R10039,009 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL5 WLS
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2025 48,169 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 40,139 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 38,140 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 38,128 miles

Slight drag front brake.

Pass 10 Sep 2018 38,124 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 37,574 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 37,085 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 35,701 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 35,022 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 34,964 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 34,591 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 23 Nov 2010 34,262 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 33,849 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 21 Nov 2008 33,217 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2007 32,234 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2007 32,234 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2006 31,447 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2005 30,649 miles

Nearside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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L5 WLS is a 1993 BMW R100 in Green with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1993 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 39,009 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L5 WLS, 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 33 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 L5 WLS registered?

L5 WLS is a 1993 BMW R100, first registered on 23 December 1993.

Is L5 WLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L5 WLS shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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