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R292 BVM

1998 BMW R1100

Grey Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

64,708 mi
Last recorded64,708 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2010
Typical for 1998 BMW R110040,406 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR292 BVM
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2010 64,708 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 48,414 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2009 48,414 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 31,713 miles

rear diff leaking oil

Pass 30 Aug 2007 15,263 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2007 15,263 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

disc bobins have sideplay

Pass 24 Aug 2006 13,836 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2006 13,836 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

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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R292 BVM is a 1998 BMW R1100 in Grey with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 R292 BVM, 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 R292 BVM registered?

R292 BVM is a 1998 BMW R1100, first registered on 4 March 1998.

Is R292 BVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R292 BVM shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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