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R418 RRS

1998 BMW R1100

Grey Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

61,031 mi
Last recorded61,031 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2018
Typical for 1998 BMW R110040,406 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR418 RRS
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2018 61,031 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 60,586 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 60,356 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 60,046 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 58,197 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 58,182 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 55,614 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 55,382 miles

Nearside front brake disc mounting rivets worn

Offside front brake disc mounting rivets worn

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 15 Apr 2010 55,313 miles

Centre Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

ABS failure warning lamp on

Nearside front brake disc mounting rivets worn

Offside front brake disc mounting rivets worn

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 30 Apr 2009 53,586 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2008 52,033 miles

Covers and fairings preventing proper inspection.

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

Pass 11 May 2007 49,425 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 47,631 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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R418 RRS is a 1998 BMW R1100 in Grey with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R418 RRS, 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 R418 RRS registered?

R418 RRS is a 1998 BMW R1100, first registered on 25 April 1998.

Is R418 RRS safe to buy?

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