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M7 GRT

1997 BMW R1100

Green Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

17,344 mi
Last recorded17,344 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2023
Typical for 1997 BMW R110044,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM7 GRT
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2023 17,344 miles

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

Fail 25 Jul 2023 17,335 miles

Wheel bearing rough when rotated sidecar (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 Jun 2021 17,305 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 17,037 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2017 17,021 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Sidecar Brake Disc Corroded

Sidecar Brake Not Working

Sidecar wheel bearings are slightly rough (5.2.3d)

Sidecar wheel bearings have slight play (5.2.3c)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 17,013 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 16,737 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 16,293 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 15,844 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 15,234 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 14,828 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 13,900 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 11,909 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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M7 GRT is a 1997 BMW R1100 in Green with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 M7 GRT, 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.

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What year was M7 GRT registered?

M7 GRT is a 1997 BMW R1100, first registered on 3 March 1997.

Is M7 GRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for M7 GRT shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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