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BMW R 100 RT Ultra-rare
As of 2026 Q2, 1 BMW R 100 RT remains registered in the UK — one of the rarest cars in Britain on today's roads. That's down from a peak of 2 in 2015 Q2 — only 50% of the high-water mark, a loss of about 1 cars. Numbers have held broadly steady over recent years rather than falling away — often the mark of a model that owners deliberately preserve. In all, the BMW R 100 RT is rarer than 93% of the 2,315 UK car models we track, putting it firmly in 2026's endangered class.
Survivors over time
How rare is it?
Genuinely rare — only 1 left on UK roads.
Rarer than 93% of the 2,315 UK car models we track.
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About the R 100 RT
BMW's motorcycle history began in 1921 when the company commenced manufacturing engines for other companies. BMW's own motorcycles—sold under the BMW Motorrad brand—began in 1923 with the BMW R 32, which was powered by a flat-twin engine (also called a "boxer-twin" engine). Production of motorcycles with flat-twin engines continues to this day, however BMW has also produced many models with other types of engines.
BMW R 100 RT — questions & answers
How many BMW R 100 RT are left in the UK?
As of 2026 Q2, 1 BMW R 100 RT were still registered in the UK — 0 licensed and on the road, plus 1 declared SORN (off-road). The figures come from official DVLA vehicle licensing data.
Is the BMW R 100 RT rare?
The BMW R 100 RT is genuinely rare, with only 1 left, making it rarer than 93% of the 2,315 UK car models we track.
Is the BMW R 100 RT increasing or decreasing?
Over the last year the number of BMW R 100 RT on UK roads held steady.
What fuel do most BMW R 100 RT use?
Most BMW R 100 RT run on petrol — about 100% of those still registered.
When did the BMW R 100 RT peak?
The BMW R 100 RT peaked at 2 registered in 2015 Q2, and was first recorded in the data in 2014 Q3.