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R11 EAB

1998 BMW R1100

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

60,286 mi
Last recorded60,286 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW R110040,406 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR11 EAB
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 60,286 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 May 2024 60,267 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 60,203 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Apr 2019 60,125 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 59,936 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 59,795 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 59,564 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 57,637 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2015 57,637 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 54,009 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 49,872 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2012 47,076 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 42,673 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 39,035 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 37,935 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 34,676 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 33,090 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 30,342 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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R11 EAB is a 1998 BMW R1100 in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1998 BMW R1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 40,406 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 R11 EAB, 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 28 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 R11 EAB registered?

R11 EAB is a 1998 BMW R1100, first registered on 17 February 1998.

Is R11 EAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R11 EAB shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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