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B7 REN

1998 BMW R1100

Green Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

49,465 mi
Last recorded49,465 miles
Recorded on23 May 2023
Typical for 1998 BMW R110040,406 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB7 REN
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2023 49,465 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 19 May 2023 49,455 miles

Nearside Front Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock Wiring Loom In The Way (2.1.4 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2020 49,275 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 48,050 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 47,383 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 47,282 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 47,131 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2014 47,043 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 46,381 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 44,874 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2011 44,283 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 42,985 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 42,273 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2008 40,347 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 35,371 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2006 26,510 miles

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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B7 REN is a 1998 BMW R1100 in Green with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1998 BMW R1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 40,406 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 B7 REN, 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 28 years old, this BMW R1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B7 REN registered?

B7 REN is a 1998 BMW R1100, first registered on 15 December 1998.

Is B7 REN safe to buy?

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