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JMK 557W

1980 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

53,186 mi
Last recorded53,186 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2020
Typical for 1980 BMW R10047,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJMK 557W
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2020 53,186 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 50,845 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 50,020 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 47,443 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 44,940 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 43,703 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 42,035 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 39,974 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 37,699 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 36,582 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 35,185 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 33,421 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 30,980 miles
Fail 8 May 2006 30,980 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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JMK 557W is a 1980 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1980 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 47,756 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 JMK 557W, 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 46 years old, this BMW R100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JMK 557W registered?

JMK 557W is a 1980 BMW R100, first registered on 21 August 1980.

Is JMK 557W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JMK 557W shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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