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R48 VNP

1998 BMW R1100

Blue Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2016
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

72,219 mi
Last recorded72,219 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2015
Typical for 1998 BMW R110040,406 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR48 VNP
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2015 72,219 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2013 66,611 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2012 57,801 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2011 46,394 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 28 Nov 2011 46,394 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2010 40,946 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 5 Oct 2010 40,946 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 40,558 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 40,558 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2009 39,048 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2009 39,048 miles

Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 5 Oct 2007 37,705 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 29 Sep 2007 37,705 miles

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

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

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

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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R48 VNP is a 1998 BMW R1100 in Blue with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 R48 VNP, 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 R48 VNP registered?

R48 VNP is a 1998 BMW R1100, first registered on 6 February 1998.

Is R48 VNP safe to buy?

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