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R233 MVV

1998 BMW R1100

Grey Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

64,958 mi
Last recorded64,958 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2020
Typical for 1998 BMW R110040,406 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR233 MVV
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2020 64,958 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Mar 2017 64,841 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.65mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2016 64,609 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 9 May 2015 64,378 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 63,970 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 63,732 miles

rear tyre profile worn

Pass 15 May 2012 63,603 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

rear final drive trunion bearings have slight play

Fail 11 May 2012 63,575 miles

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear final drive trunion bearings have slight play

Pass 5 May 2011 62,128 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 21 May 2010 60,028 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 13 May 2009 58,146 miles

Front Brake master cylinder has a slightly worn master cylinder pivot. (3.2.B5)

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

Pass 13 May 2009 58,146 miles

Front Brake master cylinder has a slightly worn master cylinder pivot. (3.2.B5)

Pass 13 May 2008 56,772 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 54,856 miles
Fail 18 May 2007 54,816 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 12 May 2006 51,709 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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R233 MVV is a 1998 BMW R1100 in Grey with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 R233 MVV, 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 R233 MVV registered?

R233 MVV is a 1998 BMW R1100, first registered on 28 May 1998.

Is R233 MVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R233 MVV shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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