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KJU 165V

1980 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

43,621 mi
Last recorded43,621 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2011
Typical for 1980 BMW R10047,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJU 165V
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2011 43,621 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 43,011 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 42,255 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 41,611 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 9 Jun 2008 41,571 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 41,017 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 39,817 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2005 39,488 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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KJU 165V is a 1980 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 KJU 165V, 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 KJU 165V registered?

KJU 165V is a 1980 BMW R100, first registered on 2 May 1980.

Is KJU 165V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJU 165V shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KJU 165V have outstanding finance?

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