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R745 ULX

1997 BMW R1100

Blue Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2024
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,617 mi
Last recorded34,617 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2023
Typical for 1997 BMW R110044,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR745 ULX
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 30 Aug 2023 34,617 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 34,490 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 34,023 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 33,476 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 33,237 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 33,104 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 32,975 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 32,731 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 31,622 miles

front brake slip rings slightly worn

Pass 11 Oct 2012 30,008 miles

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

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

front brake discs slight play in slip rings

Pass 19 Sep 2011 28,946 miles

front brake disc slip rings worn

Pass 7 Sep 2010 27,521 miles

front brake disc slip ring mountings slightly worn both n/s and o/s

Pass 23 Sep 2009 26,697 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 26,680 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2007 25,873 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2006 24,810 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2005 23,376 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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R745 ULX is a 1997 BMW R1100 in Blue with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 R745 ULX, 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 R745 ULX registered?

R745 ULX is a 1997 BMW R1100, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R745 ULX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R745 ULX shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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