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R248 FWW

1998 BMW R1100

Silver Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

64,905 mi
Last recorded64,905 miles
Recorded on8 May 2021
Typical for 1998 BMW R110040,406 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR248 FWW
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2021 64,905 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 63,389 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 7 May 2020 63,388 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake rod corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 59,966 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 56,983 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 56,322 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 54,258 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 50,792 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 44,563 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2013 43,907 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 43,354 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 42,010 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 39,807 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 35,221 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 30,876 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 29,299 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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R248 FWW is a 1998 BMW R1100 in Silver with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 R248 FWW, 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.

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What year was R248 FWW registered?

R248 FWW is a 1998 BMW R1100, first registered on 14 May 1998.

Is R248 FWW safe to buy?

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