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JAV 311Y

1983 BMW R100

Green Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

89 mi
Last recorded89 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2017
Typical for 1983 BMW R10045,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJAV 311Y
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2017 89 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 18 Nov 2017 83 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 19 Aug 2017 47 miles

Front Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 87,109 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored both (3.2.A1l)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 5,689 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2014 5,464 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 99,453 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 99,453 miles

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Fail 26 Sep 2011 98,484 miles

Rear Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 98,484 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2009 97,997 miles

Handle bars fitted too farr to the right ie incorrectly fitted causing less free hand movement on (nearside) full lock

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir cap missing (3.2.B1c)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 97,997 miles

Handle bars fitted too farr to the right ie incorrectly fitted causing less free hand movement on (nearside) full lock

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 5 Nov 2008 97,267 miles

rear brake resevoir loose on its mount

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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JAV 311Y is a 1983 BMW R100 in Green with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1983 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 45,212 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 JAV 311Y, 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 43 years old, this BMW R100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JAV 311Y registered?

JAV 311Y is a 1983 BMW R100, first registered on 8 July 1983.

Is JAV 311Y safe to buy?

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