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R766 FNH

1998 BMW R1100

Blue Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

71,609 mi
Last recorded71,609 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW R110040,406 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR766 FNH
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 71,609 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Aug 2024 71,219 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 24 Aug 2024 71,219 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Throttle operating incorrectly Slight increase of engine RPM when handlebars moved towards RH steering stop. (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2023 71,034 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 70,866 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 70,162 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 May 2020 67,491 miles
Fail 21 May 2020 67,491 miles

Rear Tyre is unsuitable fitted wrong direction (5.2.3 (a))

Pass 24 May 2019 65,086 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 60,871 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 60,313 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 59,477 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 58,239 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 57,343 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2013 57,311 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 54,665 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 52,095 miles

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

Fail 11 Jul 2011 52,095 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2010 49,780 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 44,868 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2008 43,309 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 36,496 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2006 36,496 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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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R766 FNH is a 1998 BMW R1100 in Blue with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 R766 FNH, 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

How do I check the history of R766 FNH?

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What year was R766 FNH registered?

R766 FNH is a 1998 BMW R1100, first registered on 17 April 1998.

Is R766 FNH safe to buy?

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