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R280 UGM

1997 BMW R1100

Grey Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2021
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,284 mi
Last recorded12,284 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2019
Typical for 1997 BMW R110044,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR280 UGM
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 6 Jul 2019 12,284 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2018 11,452 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 10,510 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 9,893 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2015 9,586 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 8,161 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2013 6,819 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2012 6,023 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 4,392 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 59 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 48 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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R280 UGM is a 1997 BMW R1100 in Grey with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R280 UGM, 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.

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What year was R280 UGM registered?

R280 UGM is a 1997 BMW R1100, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R280 UGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R280 UGM shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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