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JGJ 480T

1979 BMW R1100

Blue Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,319 mi
Last recorded28,319 miles
Recorded on11 May 2010
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJGJ 480T
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2010 28,319 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 10 May 2010 28,308 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

left side grip loos

Pass 9 Feb 2009 28,217 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the BMW R1100?

Based on 53,146 MOT tests across 4,232 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
1,091
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
4,232
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 685
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 341
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 319
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 310
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 282
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JGJ 480T is a 1979 BMW R1100 in Blue with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a BMW R1100 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 685 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JGJ 480T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 47 years old, this BMW R1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JGJ 480T registered?

JGJ 480T is a 1979 BMW R1100, first registered on 17 April 1979.

Is JGJ 480T safe to buy?

The MOT history for JGJ 480T shows 3 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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