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R585 TKL

1997 BMW R1100

Blue Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

49,426 mi
Last recorded49,426 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2021
Typical for 1997 BMW R110044,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR585 TKL
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2021 49,426 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 49,293 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 49,075 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 48,252 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2016 48,252 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2015 47,633 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 46,401 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 45,710 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 45,346 miles

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

front brakes trailing slightly

Fail 1 Aug 2012 45,340 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

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

front brakes trailing slightly

Pass 17 Jun 2010 45,324 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 45,294 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 43,889 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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R585 TKL is a 1997 BMW R1100 in Blue with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 R585 TKL, 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

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What year was R585 TKL registered?

R585 TKL is a 1997 BMW R1100, first registered on 17 October 1997.

Is R585 TKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R585 TKL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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