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R255 GVX

1998 BMW R1100

Silver Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

193,844 mi
Last recorded193,844 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW R110040,406 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR255 GVX
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 193,844 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2025 189,035 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 185,567 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2023 181,908 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2021 178,777 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2020 175,960 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2019 170,468 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 164,648 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 157,835 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 152,065 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 143,954 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 137,179 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2013 127,577 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2012 121,475 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 113,293 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2011 113,290 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2010 108,539 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2009 98,489 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 21 Jun 2008 85,154 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 76,472 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2007 76,115 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 63,338 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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R255 GVX is a 1998 BMW R1100 in Silver with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R255 GVX, 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

How do I check the history of R255 GVX?

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What year was R255 GVX registered?

R255 GVX is a 1998 BMW R1100, first registered on 22 May 1998.

Is R255 GVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R255 GVX shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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