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JYL 258W

1981 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

23,450 mi
Last recorded23,450 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2016
Typical for 1981 BMW R10045,618 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJYL 258W
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2016 23,450 miles

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 52,192 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2015 42,181 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 28 May 2013 61,025 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 60,389 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 49,849 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 49,849 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 7 May 2008 48,160 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 47,468 miles

Oil leak

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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JYL 258W is a 1981 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1981 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 45,618 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 JYL 258W, 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 45 years old, this BMW R100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JYL 258W?

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What year was JYL 258W registered?

JYL 258W is a 1981 BMW R100, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is JYL 258W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JYL 258W shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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