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B19 OBS

1997 BMW R1100

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

57,230 mi
Last recorded57,230 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2011
Typical for 1997 BMW R110044,799 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB19 OBS
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2011 57,230 miles

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

Fail 13 Oct 2011 57,230 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2008 57,178 miles

plug in rear tyre

Fail 12 Nov 2008 57,178 miles

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

plug in rear tyre

Pass 31 Mar 2007 57,124 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 4 Apr 2006 54,798 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2006 54,798 miles

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

Rear Upper Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

How Reliable is the BMW R1100?

Based on 53,146 MOT tests across 4,232 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
1,091
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
4,232
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 685
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 341
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 319
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 310
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 282
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B19 OBS is a 1997 BMW R1100 in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1997 BMW R1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 44,799 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 R1100 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 685 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B19 OBS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this BMW R1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B19 OBS registered?

B19 OBS is a 1997 BMW R1100, first registered on 18 April 1997.

Is B19 OBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for B19 OBS shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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