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JAJ 332W

1980 BMW R100

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2016
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

71,768 mi
Last recorded71,768 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2015
Typical for 1980 BMW R10047,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJAJ 332W
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2015 71,768 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 71,296 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 70,376 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 24 Oct 2008 70,376 miles

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 23 Jan 2008 70,377 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 17 Jan 2008 70,376 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

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

Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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JAJ 332W is a 1980 BMW R100 in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 47,756 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 JAJ 332W, 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 46 years old, this BMW R100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JAJ 332W registered?

JAJ 332W is a 1980 BMW R100, first registered on 5 August 1980.

Is JAJ 332W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JAJ 332W shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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