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MSV 574

1996 BMW R1100

Green Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

25,522 mi
Last recorded25,522 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 1996 BMW R110047,064 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMSV 574
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 25,522 miles
Fail 20 May 2025 25,522 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake lever not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 May 2019 24,443 miles
Fail 2 May 2019 24,443 miles

Nearside Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Mar 2018 23,210 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 22,571 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2015 21,723 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 20,693 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 17,860 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 17,220 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 17,197 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 17,154 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 171,112 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 16,673 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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MSV 574 is a 1996 BMW R1100 in Green with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1996 BMW R1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 47,064 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 MSV 574, 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 30 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 MSV 574 registered?

MSV 574 is a 1996 BMW R1100, first registered on 1 June 1996.

Is MSV 574 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MSV 574 shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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