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R657 ATC

1998 BMW R1100

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

60,128 mi
Last recorded60,128 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2017
Typical for 1998 BMW R110040,406 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR657 ATC
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2017 60,128 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 3 Dec 2016 59,309 miles

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

Fail 1 Nov 2016 59,301 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front FLOATING DISC PINS SLIGHTLY WORN

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

Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2014 59,191 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 59,027 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 57,154 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 56,134 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Jul 2007 54,087 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 53,442 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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R657 ATC is a 1998 BMW R1100 in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R657 ATC, 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 R657 ATC registered?

R657 ATC is a 1998 BMW R1100, first registered on 12 February 1998.

Is R657 ATC safe to buy?

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