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J185 BYB

1991 BMW R100

Grey Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

12,867 mi
Last recorded12,867 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2018
Typical for 1991 BMW R10035,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ185 BYB
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2018 12,867 miles

Offside carb slightly leaking fuel.

engine slightly leaking oil from push rod tubes.

final drive slightly leaking oil.

Pass 11 Nov 2017 5,835 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2016 97,759 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 90,212 miles

oil leak from engine

Fail 27 Nov 2014 81,481 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2014 81,481 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 77,111 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Front fork dust cover missing

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Lower fairings broken

Oil leak

Pass 21 Nov 2012 70,130 miles

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

lower fairings broken

Pass 2 Nov 2011 63,415 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2011 63,414 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 9 Nov 2010 54,938 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 49,265 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 45,725 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 42,277 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2006 33,716 miles

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

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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J185 BYB is a 1991 BMW R100 in Grey with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1991 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 35,528 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 J185 BYB, 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 35 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 J185 BYB registered?

J185 BYB is a 1991 BMW R100, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J185 BYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J185 BYB shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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