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J8 XLH

1999 BMW R1100

Grey Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

63,770 mi
Last recorded63,770 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2017
Typical for 1999 BMW R110036,289 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ8 XLH
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2017 63,770 miles

inside of tank has light rust

Pass 27 Nov 2013 63,628 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 63,056 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2011 62,217 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2011 62,217 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 Dec 2010 59,786 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 24,125 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2009 54,124 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2008 47,493 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2008 47,492 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 21 Nov 2007 40,473 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2006 32,240 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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J8 XLH is a 1999 BMW R1100 in Grey with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 BMW R1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 36,289 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 J8 XLH, 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 27 years old, this BMW R1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J8 XLH registered?

J8 XLH is a 1999 BMW R1100, first registered on 31 March 1999.

Is J8 XLH safe to buy?

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