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R780 WRA

1998 BMW R1100

Grey Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

32,908 mi
Last recorded32,908 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2017
Typical for 1998 BMW R110040,406 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR780 WRA
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2017 32,908 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 31,243 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 29,247 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 28,805 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 28,128 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 27,527 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 26,690 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2010 26,053 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 25,195 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 10 Aug 2009 25,173 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 23,667 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 10 Aug 2007 22,657 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 10 Aug 2006 21,472 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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R780 WRA is a 1998 BMW R1100 in Grey with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 R780 WRA, 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 R780 WRA registered?

R780 WRA is a 1998 BMW R1100, first registered on 21 March 1998.

Is R780 WRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R780 WRA shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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