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J338 CYL

1992 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

61,399 mi
Last recorded61,399 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 1992 BMW R10038,115 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ338 CYL
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 61,399 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 56,939 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 53,224 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 50,441 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 45,631 miles

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

Fail 14 Jul 2021 45,631 miles

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

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 44,349 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2020 44,349 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2019 42,349 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 40,994 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2018 40,994 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2015 40,917 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 40,748 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 40,748 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Mar 2012 40,210 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 30 Jun 2007 39,555 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 38,193 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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J338 CYL is a 1992 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1992 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 38,115 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 J338 CYL, 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 34 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 J338 CYL registered?

J338 CYL is a 1992 BMW R100, first registered on 1 April 1992.

Is J338 CYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J338 CYL shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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