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JMJ 715V

1979 BMW R100

Gold Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

61,859 mi
Last recorded61,859 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2016
Typical for 1979 BMW R10048,039 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJMJ 715V
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1979
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2016 61,859 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 58,667 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 May 2014 57,893 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 52,040 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 50,517 miles
Fail 28 May 2011 49,117 miles

Nearside Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 28 May 2011 49,117 miles

Nearside Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

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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JMJ 715V is a 1979 BMW R100 in Gold with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1979 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 48,039 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 JMJ 715V, 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 47 years old, this BMW R100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JMJ 715V?

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What year was JMJ 715V registered?

JMJ 715V is a 1979 BMW R100, first registered on 9 August 1979.

Is JMJ 715V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JMJ 715V shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JMJ 715V have outstanding finance?

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