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J398 TBW

2004 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,459 mi
Last recorded36,459 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R10062,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ398 TBW
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 16 Apr 2026 36,459 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 29,891 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 25,363 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 23,577 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 18,465 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 17,860 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 13,275 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 8,257 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 4,794 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 4,762 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 4,257 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 23 Aug 2008 2,843 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 18 Aug 2007 1,929 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 1,584 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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J398 TBW is a 2004 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2004 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 62,763 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 J398 TBW, 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 22 years old, this BMW R100 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J398 TBW registered?

J398 TBW is a 2004 BMW R100, first registered on 2 September 2004.

Is J398 TBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J398 TBW shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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