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R287 GBE

1998 BMW R1100

Green Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

46,804 mi
Last recorded46,804 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW R110040,406 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR287 GBE
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 46,804 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 45,891 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2024 45,891 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 45,785 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 44,933 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2022 44,933 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 42,627 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 42,218 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 42,064 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 39,453 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 36,022 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 32,169 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 32,169 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 27,914 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2007 25,817 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 20 Apr 2006 23,186 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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R287 GBE is a 1998 BMW R1100 in Green with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R287 GBE, 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 R287 GBE registered?

R287 GBE is a 1998 BMW R1100, first registered on 23 May 1998.

Is R287 GBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R287 GBE shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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