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BMW R1100

Red and Black · Petrol · 1994 · 1,085 cc

L71 BBJMOT history

L71 BBJ is a red and black petrol BMW R1100 first used on 11 Jun 1994. Its MOT is valid until 13 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 37,868 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Aug 2027
Mileage
37,868 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
591 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L71 BBJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
R1100
Colour
Red and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,085 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
11 Jun 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L71 BBJ was last recorded at 37,868 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 1,256 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
36,612 miles · 14 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,256 miles
Average per year
591 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 37,868 miles
  • 2025 – 36,612 miles
  • 2023 – 35,451 miles
  • 2021 – 35,077 miles
  • 2020 – 32,371 miles
  • 2019 – 31,235 miles
  • 2018 – 31,022 miles
  • 2017 – 30,744 miles
  • 2016 – 30,628 miles
  • 2015 – 30,133 miles
  • 2014 – 29,849 miles
  • 2013 – 29,538 miles
  • 2012 – 29,303 miles
  • 2011 – 28,503 miles
  • 2010 – 28,135 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass37,868 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

Full MOT history

21 tests since 18 Feb 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass37,868 miles (+1,256)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    37,868 miles
    Test number
    122437629518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass36,612 miles (+1,161)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    36,612 miles
    Test number
    179172005802
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Pass35,451 miles (+374)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    35,451 miles
    Test number
    664663047220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass35,077 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    35,077 miles
    Test number
    614514843734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail35,077 miles (+2,706)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,077 miles
    Test number
    144243624697
    • DangerousStop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

  6. Pass32,371 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    32,371 miles
    Test number
    620069748503
    • AdvisoryFront Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Fail32,358 miles (+1,123)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,358 miles
    Test number
    586786191825
    • DangerousStop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

  8. Pass31,235 miles (+213)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    31,235 miles
    Test number
    433089714087
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

  9. Pass31,022 miles (+278)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2019
    Odometer
    31,022 miles
    Test number
    508229409841

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass30,744 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    30,744 miles
    Test number
    896374776063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail30,744 miles (+116)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,744 miles
    Test number
    339938727160
    • DangerousFront Brake hose excessively deteriorated hoses have collapsed inside causing brakes to bind on (3.2.B3b)
    • DangerousFront Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

  12. Pass30,628 miles (+495)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    30,628 miles
    Test number
    228055527165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass30,133 miles (+284)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    30,133 miles
    Test number
    668700955084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass29,849 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    29,849 miles
    Test number
    328476444062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail29,849 miles (+311)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,849 miles
    Test number
    529466144034
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

  16. Pass29,538 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    29,538 miles
    Test number
    435351353040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail29,538 miles (+235)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,538 miles
    Test number
    589401053047
    • Repaired at testRear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

  18. Pass29,303 miles (+800)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    29,303 miles
    Test number
    837965052034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,503 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    28,503 miles
    Test number
    309363361015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail28,496 miles (+361)1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,496 miles
    Test number
    816050451062
    • DangerousOffside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

  21. Pass28,135 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    28,135 miles
    Test number
    991509640041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L71 BBJ

Does L71 BBJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L71 BBJ is valid until 13 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L71 BBJ?
The MOT on L71 BBJ is valid until 13 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L71 BBJ done?
L71 BBJ was recorded at 37,868 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 591 miles a year.
Has L71 BBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L71 BBJ has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on L71 BBJ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L71 BBJ find?
L71 BBJ passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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