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R283 KUB

1997 BMW R1100

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

17,646 mi
Last recorded17,646 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW R110044,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR283 KUB
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 17,646 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 17,576 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 16,894 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2024 16,894 miles

Handlebar restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 15,756 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 15,162 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2020 14,344 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 12,817 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 11,954 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 11,804 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 11,775 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2011 11,675 miles

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

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 11 May 2010 11,463 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2009 11,153 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2008 10,890 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 10,752 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 10,475 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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R283 KUB is a 1997 BMW R1100 in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 R283 KUB, 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 R283 KUB registered?

R283 KUB is a 1997 BMW R1100, first registered on 12 November 1997.

Is R283 KUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R283 KUB shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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