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TJJ 81T

1978 BMW R100

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

34,848 mi
Last recorded34,848 miles
Recorded on17 May 2023
Typical for 1978 BMW R10044,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTJJ 81T
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2023 34,848 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 34,926 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 34,363 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 33,262 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2014 32,122 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 30,452 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 28,719 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 28,435 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 27,357 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 25,195 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 23,609 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2006 23,572 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2005 20,352 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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TJJ 81T is a 1978 BMW R100 in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1978 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 44,155 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 TJJ 81T, 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 48 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 TJJ 81T registered?

TJJ 81T is a 1978 BMW R100, first registered on 9 August 1978.

Is TJJ 81T safe to buy?

The MOT history for TJJ 81T shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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