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R460 DGX

1997 BMW R1100

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

65,968 mi
Last recorded65,968 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW R110044,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR460 DGX
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 65,968 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 65,441 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 64,024 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs slight pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2021 62,759 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2021 62,759 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jan 2020 56,176 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 53,454 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2018 53,445 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 52,971 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 5,205 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 49,700 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 45,448 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 45,408 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 45,399 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 45,395 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 44,261 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 41,852 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 39,376 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2009 39,376 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2008 34,854 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 29,587 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 24,729 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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R460 DGX is a 1997 BMW R1100 in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 R460 DGX, 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.

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What year was R460 DGX registered?

R460 DGX is a 1997 BMW R1100, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R460 DGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R460 DGX shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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