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JGJ 71X

1999 BMW R100

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

6,455 mi
Last recorded6,455 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW R10056,330 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJGJ 71X
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 6,455 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 5,639 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 5,089 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 4,262 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2023 4,260 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 4,026 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 3,415 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 2,836 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2020 2,836 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2019 2,725 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 2,167 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 14,529 miles

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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JGJ 71X is a 1999 BMW R100 in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1999 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.3% with a typical mileage of 56,330 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 JGJ 71X, 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 27 years old, this BMW R100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JGJ 71X registered?

JGJ 71X is a 1999 BMW R100, first registered on 4 June 1999.

Is JGJ 71X safe to buy?

The MOT history for JGJ 71X shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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