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JKJ 503Y

1981 BMW R100

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

6,712 mi
Last recorded6,712 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2024
Typical for 1981 BMW R10045,618 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJKJ 503Y
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2024 6,712 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2024 6,712 miles

Front Brake master cylinder defective but brake still operating (1.1.10 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2022 5,854 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 5,439 miles

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Nov 2021 5,437 miles

Fuel cap ineffective Seal missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake hose leaking (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS

Battery terminal loose

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Nov 2021 5,432 miles

Front Brake master cylinder insecure (1.1.10 (c))

Fuel cap ineffective Seal missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Brake hose leaking (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery terminal loose

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2010 4,869 miles

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

Steering does not quite touch the lock stop on right turn although this is minute and not serious. Wiring harnes needs re routing.

Throttle does not snap shut but there is a friction adjuster factory fitted

Pass 16 Nov 2009 4,074 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 3,375 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 2,158 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 1,162 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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JKJ 503Y is a 1981 BMW R100 in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1981 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 45,618 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 JKJ 503Y, 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 45 years old, this BMW R100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JKJ 503Y registered?

JKJ 503Y is a 1981 BMW R100, first registered on 31 December 1981.

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