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JRR 999V

1980 BMW R100

Cream Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

74,933 mi
Last recorded74,933 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2023
Typical for 1980 BMW R10047,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJRR 999V
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1980
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2023 74,933 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 74,770 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 74,534 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 74,523 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 74,234 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2014 73,777 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 73,777 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 73,757 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 73,566 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2011 73,546 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 73,224 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2008 73,224 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2007 73,065 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2006 70,459 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 70,459 miles

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

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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JRR 999V is a 1980 BMW R100 in Cream with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 JRR 999V, 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 JRR 999V registered?

JRR 999V is a 1980 BMW R100, first registered on 28 May 1980.

Is JRR 999V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JRR 999V shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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