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JWT 234V

1979 BMW R100

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

24,373 mi
Last recorded24,373 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2021
Typical for 1979 BMW R10048,039 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJWT 234V
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2021 24,373 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 24,335 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 24,311 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 24,239 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 24,186 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 24,075 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 23,969 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 23,901 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 23,815 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 23,813 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 30 Apr 2010 23,686 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 1 May 2009 23,510 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 23,171 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 22,838 miles

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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JWT 234V is a 1979 BMW R100 in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 JWT 234V, 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

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What year was JWT 234V registered?

JWT 234V is a 1979 BMW R100, first registered on 2 August 1979.

Is JWT 234V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JWT 234V 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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