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SMJ 111W

1981 BMW R100

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

31,233 mi
Last recorded31,233 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2020
Typical for 1981 BMW R10045,618 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSMJ 111W
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2020 31,233 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 31,214 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Nov 2017 30,702 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2016 30,617 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 14 Dec 2016 30,617 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 30,582 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 30,390 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Dec 2014 30,384 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2012 29,353 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 28,269 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2010 27,303 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2010 27,188 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2008 27,043 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 25,354 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2006 22,355 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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SMJ 111W is a 1981 BMW R100 in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SMJ 111W, 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

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What year was SMJ 111W registered?

SMJ 111W is a 1981 BMW R100, first registered on 13 January 1981.

Is SMJ 111W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SMJ 111W shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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