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R365 NEL

1998 BMW R1100

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

33,479 mi
Last recorded33,479 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2023
Typical for 1998 BMW R110040,406 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR365 NEL
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2023 33,479 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 16 Sep 2022 33,463 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Feb 2021 31,776 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 31,677 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 30,084 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 29,204 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 22 Apr 2017 29,204 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 3 Nov 2016 29,194 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 7 Nov 2015 28,234 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 26,446 miles

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

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

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

Fail 7 May 2014 26,446 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Pass 13 May 2013 24,007 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 22,005 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 20,714 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 18,906 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 15,977 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 15,699 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 15,660 miles
Fail 10 May 2007 15,660 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 May 2006 14,792 miles
Pass 13 May 2005 13,333 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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R365 NEL is a 1998 BMW R1100 in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 R365 NEL, 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 R365 NEL registered?

R365 NEL is a 1998 BMW R1100, first registered on 3 January 1998.

Is R365 NEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R365 NEL shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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