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JAA 980S

1978 BMW R Series

Gold Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2021
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,978 mi
Last recorded95,978 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2020
Typical for 1978 BMW R Series41,194 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJAA 980S
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 12 Mar 2020 95,978 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 95,434 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 94,228 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 92,973 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 92,343 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 88,869 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 88,788 miles

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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JAA 980S is a 1978 BMW R Series in Gold with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 41,194 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 JAA 980S, 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 48 years old, this BMW R Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JAA 980S?

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What year was JAA 980S registered?

JAA 980S is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 8 June 1978.

Is JAA 980S safe to buy?

The MOT history for JAA 980S shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JAA 980S have outstanding finance?

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