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J18 DGW

2000 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

48,811 mi
Last recorded48,811 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 BMW R Series36,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ18 DGW
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 48,811 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 48,166 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2024 47,651 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2024 47,651 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2023 47,125 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 44,852 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2022 44,852 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Handlebar retaining device loose (2.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Pass 23 Oct 2020 44,649 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2019 44,079 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 42,552 miles
Fail 26 May 2018 42,552 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Apr 2016 42,202 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 41,456 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2011 41,431 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 5 Oct 2010 37,885 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2009 35,828 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 29,061 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 28,710 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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J18 DGW is a 2000 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2000 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 36,642 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 R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J18 DGW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 26 years old, this BMW R Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J18 DGW registered?

J18 DGW is a 2000 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is J18 DGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J18 DGW shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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