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R450 VWR

1998 BMW R1100

Grey Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

69,669 mi
Last recorded69,669 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW R110040,406 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR450 VWR
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 69,669 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2024 69,600 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2024 69,600 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 24 Nov 2022 67,677 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2021 61,003 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 57,999 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 57,482 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 54,952 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 53,862 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 53,646 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 52,741 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 51,885 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 50,068 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 49,321 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 49,001 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 48,293 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 47,143 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 44,393 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 41,992 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 36,056 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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R450 VWR is a 1998 BMW R1100 in Grey with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 R450 VWR, 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 R450 VWR registered?

R450 VWR is a 1998 BMW R1100, first registered on 21 July 1998.

Is R450 VWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R450 VWR shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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