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R827 EMV

1997 BMW R1100

Blue Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

59,792 mi
Last recorded59,792 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2023
Typical for 1997 BMW R110044,799 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR827 EMV
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2023 59,792 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Fail 22 Jun 2023 59,780 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 28 May 2022 57,229 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2021 52,605 miles

abs light is on

Pass 28 Aug 2018 49,051 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2018 49,051 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 45,023 miles

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

Fail 20 Apr 2017 45,004 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 21 Apr 2016 40,325 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 33,989 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2013 31,029 miles

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

Fail 28 Nov 2012 27,120 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 28 Nov 2012 27,120 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 23,653 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2010 20,686 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 17,150 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 17,128 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 17,073 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 16,903 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 16,673 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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R827 EMV is a 1997 BMW R1100 in Blue with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R827 EMV, 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 R827 EMV registered?

R827 EMV is a 1997 BMW R1100, first registered on 21 October 1997.

Is R827 EMV safe to buy?

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