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L696 DHB

1993 BMW R100

White Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

60,525 mi
Last recorded60,525 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 1993 BMW R10039,009 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL696 DHB
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 60,525 miles

Front Tank sealing washer slightly starting to split on edge

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Slight Crack & deteriorated (0.1 (b))

Rear Slight oil leak on rear axle

Pass 6 Jan 2025 60,515 miles

Front Fuel cap sealing washer starting to perish

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Slightly Cracked (0.1 (b))

Rear Slight oil leak rear final drive

Pass 3 Jan 2024 60,503 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Slight crack (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Apr 2022 59,782 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Fuel cap sealing washer starting to split on edge

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded All spokes slightly rusty (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Slightly cracked (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Apr 2021 59,771 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded all spokes slightly rusty (5.2.2 (d))

Front fuel cap sealing washer starting to perish on edge

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Jul 2016 59,758 miles

Front fuel cap sealing washer starting to perish

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 59,745 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2015 59,745 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 59,486 miles

Front Tyre Starting To Perish On Sidewall

Fail 27 Apr 2013 59,304 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2013 59,304 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 58,727 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 26 Apr 2012 58,727 miles

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

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Aug 2010 56,720 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 11 Aug 2010 56,720 miles

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

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 30 Jun 2009 52,998 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 52,998 miles

Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 48,871 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 9 Jun 2008 48,871 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 48,394 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2007 48,394 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 26 May 2006 42,538 miles
Fail 26 May 2006 42,538 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

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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L696 DHB is a 1993 BMW R100 in White with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 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 L696 DHB, 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 L696 DHB registered?

L696 DHB is a 1993 BMW R100, first registered on 7 October 1993.

Is L696 DHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L696 DHB shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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