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L7 KWT

1997 BMW R1100

Green Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

50,082 mi
Last recorded50,082 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW R110044,799 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL7 KWT
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 50,082 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2025 48,749 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 47,852 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 47,537 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 47,278 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Nov 2018 46,870 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 46,777 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 46,620 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 45,852 miles

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Fail 9 Jun 2014 45,852 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 30 May 2013 45,509 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2011 45,464 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2010 44,798 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 41,199 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 36,654 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 32,981 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2005 29,312 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2005 29,295 miles

Centre Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Rear wheel insecure (4.2.3b) DANGEROUS

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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L7 KWT is a 1997 BMW R1100 in Green with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 L7 KWT, 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 L7 KWT registered?

L7 KWT is a 1997 BMW R1100, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is L7 KWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for L7 KWT shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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