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R417 SFJ

1997 BMW R1100

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,347 mi
Last recorded76,347 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW R110044,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR417 SFJ
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 12 Jun 2026 76,347 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 73,054 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 69,424 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 66,005 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 65,647 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 65,338 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 63,734 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2018 59,298 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 54,520 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 50,558 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 47,861 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 46,266 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 44,270 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 43,085 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 41,718 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 39,894 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 38,068 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 34,877 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 33,500 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 30,451 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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R417 SFJ is a 1997 BMW R1100 in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 R417 SFJ, 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

How do I check the history of R417 SFJ?

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What year was R417 SFJ registered?

R417 SFJ is a 1997 BMW R1100, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R417 SFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R417 SFJ shows 20 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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