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E939 JBC

1988 BMW R100

White Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

8,494 mi
Last recorded8,494 miles
Recorded on8 May 2017
Typical for 1988 BMW R10041,474 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE939 JBC
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2017 8,494 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 7,409 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 26 Jul 2016 7,409 miles

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Jul 2015 66 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 4,561 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 7,867 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

small cut on rear tyre

Pass 9 Sep 2010 18 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 24,648 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 22,601 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2006 16,630 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2006 16,630 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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E939 JBC is a 1988 BMW R100 in White with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 E939 JBC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E939 JBC registered?

E939 JBC is a 1988 BMW R100, first registered on 1 May 1988.

Is E939 JBC safe to buy?

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