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JRJ 51V

1980 BMW Unknown

Black Petrol 475cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2021
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1,511 mi
Last recorded1,511 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2020
Typical for 1980 BMW Unknown35,955 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJRJ 51V
MakeBMW
ModelUnknown
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine475cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2020 1,511 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 1,092 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2018 1,092 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 3 miles

How Reliable is the BMW Unknown?

Based on 3,578 MOT tests across 1,301 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
2,543
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
1,301
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7
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JRJ 51V is a 1980 BMW Unknown in Black with a 475cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1980 BMW Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 35,955 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 Unknown fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JRJ 51V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 46 years old, this BMW Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JRJ 51V?

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What year was JRJ 51V registered?

JRJ 51V is a 1980 BMW Unknown, first registered on 5 June 1980.

Is JRJ 51V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JRJ 51V shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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