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R26 DUB

1997 BMW R1100

Blue Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

60,005 mi
Last recorded60,005 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW R110044,799 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR26 DUB
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 60,005 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2024 55,012 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 47,138 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2023 42,905 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 42,361 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2020 41,129 miles
Fail 4 May 2020 41,129 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2019 39,303 miles
Fail 4 May 2019 39,264 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 May 2018 38,283 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 37,373 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 34,938 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 33,136 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 32,446 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2009 31,655 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 30,681 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2007 28,963 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 26,263 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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R26 DUB is a 1997 BMW R1100 in Blue with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 BMW R1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 44,799 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 R26 DUB, 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 29 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 R26 DUB registered?

R26 DUB is a 1997 BMW R1100, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R26 DUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R26 DUB shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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