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R40 BRA

1998 BMW R1100

Maroon Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

32,584 mi
Last recorded32,584 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW R110040,406 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR40 BRA
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 32,584 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 31,544 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 31,441 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 31,115 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 30,562 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 29,608 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 29,193 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 14 May 2018 29,193 miles

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 May 2017 29,006 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 28,591 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 27,512 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 25,903 miles

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

steering damper leaking

Pass 29 Oct 2012 25,268 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 23,300 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 19,237 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2009 16,675 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 12,853 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 12,196 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 11,228 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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R40 BRA is a 1998 BMW R1100 in Maroon with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 R40 BRA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R40 BRA registered?

R40 BRA is a 1998 BMW R1100, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R40 BRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R40 BRA shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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