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M385 ELA

2000 BMW R1100

Grey Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

120,556 mi
Last recorded120,556 miles
Recorded on6 May 2016
Typical for 2000 BMW R110032,645 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM385 ELA
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2016 120,556 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2015 111,205 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 9 Jun 2015 111,205 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 2 May 2014 107,357 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 104,404 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 104,232 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Oil leak

Pass 17 Feb 2011 10,387 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 27 Jan 2010 103,415 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2010 103,415 miles

Front Brake pipe likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 24 Jan 2009 103,215 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 19 Jan 2008 100,931 miles

Correct VIN is 0360245 the R1100R is the model

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 27 Jan 2007 96,152 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 27 Jan 2007 96,152 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 21 Jan 2006 93,370 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2006 93,278 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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M385 ELA is a 2000 BMW R1100 in Grey with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2000 BMW R1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 32,645 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 M385 ELA, 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 26 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 M385 ELA registered?

M385 ELA is a 2000 BMW R1100, first registered on 1 August 2000.

Is M385 ELA safe to buy?

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