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JAA 994S

1978 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

40,067 mi
Last recorded40,067 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2018
Typical for 1978 BMW R Series41,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJAA 994S
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2018 40,067 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 40,034 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 39,240 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 38,296 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 38,289 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2012 37,965 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 37,434 miles

Oil leak

Pass 26 Jul 2008 37,129 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 36,563 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 35,500 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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 994S is a 1978 BMW R Series in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 994S, 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 994S?

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What year was JAA 994S registered?

JAA 994S is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 11 July 1978.

Is JAA 994S safe to buy?

The MOT history for JAA 994S shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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