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J923 GGU

1992 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

38,047 mi
Last recorded38,047 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2018
Typical for 1992 BMW R10038,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ923 GGU
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2018 38,047 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 35,630 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2017 35,630 miles

Nearside Fuel system component leaking petrol tap (7.2.1a)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 35,576 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2016 35,576 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure bolt missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 35,525 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 35,415 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 34,944 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 34,944 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2012 34,579 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 34,262 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2010
Pass 30 Jun 2009 33,701 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 33,087 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2008 33,087 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 32,605 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2007 32,605 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 28 Jun 2006 32,121 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Pass 28 Jun 2006 32,121 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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J923 GGU is a 1992 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 J923 GGU, 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 J923 GGU registered?

J923 GGU is a 1992 BMW R100, first registered on 30 March 1992.

Is J923 GGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J923 GGU shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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