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JWX 223V

1979 BMW R100

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 1979 BMW R10048,039 mi
4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJWX 223V
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2026
Pass 13 Apr 2023 661 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2022 58,993 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 19 Mar 2022 58,993 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel spindle loose (5.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 58,844 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2021 58,844 miles

Offside Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2020 58,780 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 58,718 miles

Front Brake Calipers binding slightly.

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

Raer Caliper binding slightly.

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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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JWX 223V is a 1979 BMW R100 in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 JWX 223V, 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 JWX 223V registered?

JWX 223V is a 1979 BMW R100, first registered on 5 September 1979.

Is JWX 223V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JWX 223V shows 8 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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