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JWD 56V

1980 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

43,026 mi
Last recorded43,026 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2014
Typical for 1980 BMW R10047,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJWD 56V
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 28 Apr 2014 43,026 miles

Dipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s (1.2.2b(ii))

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

front brake cable incorrectly routed

front tyre cracked

fuel pipes insecure but not leaking

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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JWD 56V is a 1980 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 JWD 56V, 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.

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What year was JWD 56V registered?

JWD 56V is a 1980 BMW R100, first registered on 15 February 1980.

Is JWD 56V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JWD 56V shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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