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A885 JEC

2000 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

1,828 mi
Last recorded1,828 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW R10050,090 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA885 JEC
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 1,828 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 306 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Jun 2023 5,613 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 3,499 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2022 3,497 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2021 1,911 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 1,061 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 884 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2018 847 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

left exhaust loose

right exhaust pipe moving as rear brake is applied

Pass 4 May 2017 642 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 4 May 2017 642 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 247 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 24 Apr 2015

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 72,796 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 70,658 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 25 May 2012 69,311 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 69,035 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 68,948 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 9 Jun 2010 68,938 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 62,447 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

rear tyre very lightly rubbing drive shaft housing

Pass 4 Apr 2008 62,288 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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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A885 JEC is a 2000 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2000 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 50,090 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 A885 JEC, 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 26 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 A885 JEC registered?

A885 JEC is a 2000 BMW R100, first registered on 17 May 2000.

Is A885 JEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A885 JEC shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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