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E874 JDG

1988 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

19,796 mi
Last recorded19,796 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2023
Typical for 1988 BMW R10041,474 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE874 JDG
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2023 19,796 miles

Both tyres worn

Pass 1 Jul 2022 18,595 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 17,641 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced surface rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))

offside carb boot insecure

Pass 3 Jul 2019 117,344 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jun 2018 113,720 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Feb 2016 104,357 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2016 104,329 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 17 Aug 2013 100,418 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 99,166 miles

REAR REG PLATE HAS SLIGHT CRACK

Pass 10 Feb 2011 95,430 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 94,812 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 94,164 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 89,114 miles

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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E874 JDG is a 1988 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1988 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 41,474 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 E874 JDG, 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 38 years old, this BMW R100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E874 JDG registered?

E874 JDG is a 1988 BMW R100, first registered on 31 March 1988.

Is E874 JDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for E874 JDG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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