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J612 OLJ

1991 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

2,857 mi
Last recorded2,857 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 1991 BMW R10035,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ612 OLJ
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 2,857 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 98,910 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 95,183 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 93,708 miles

Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 90,018 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 88,564 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 82,115 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 79,404 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 73,558 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 73,558 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2015 63,899 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 60,407 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 46,758 miles
Fail 15 May 2013 46,183 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 36,092 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 36,299 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 28,017 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 17,312 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 8,355 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2008 94,636 miles

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

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

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 94,636 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 84,108 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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J612 OLJ is a 1991 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 J612 OLJ, 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 J612 OLJ registered?

J612 OLJ is a 1991 BMW R100, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J612 OLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for J612 OLJ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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