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R338 CGK

1997 BMW R1100

Blue Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,559 mi
Last recorded62,559 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW R110044,799 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR338 CGK
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 15 May 2026 62,559 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 60,740 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 60,706 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 60,367 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 57,871 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 56,879 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 47,880 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2006 42,768 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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R338 CGK is a 1997 BMW R1100 in Blue with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 R338 CGK, 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 R338 CGK registered?

R338 CGK is a 1997 BMW R1100, first registered on 5 September 1997.

Is R338 CGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R338 CGK shows 8 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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