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R839 GFR

1997 BMW R1100

Blue Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

62,306 mi
Last recorded62,306 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW R110044,799 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR839 GFR
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 62,306 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2025 60,251 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 60,098 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 52,028 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 54,451 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 54,159 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2014 53,916 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 52,962 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 52,962 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 9 Dec 2011 48,831 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 46,884 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 39,044 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 36,144 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 32,955 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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R839 GFR is a 1997 BMW R1100 in Blue with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R839 GFR, 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 R839 GFR registered?

R839 GFR is a 1997 BMW R1100, first registered on 12 September 1997.

Is R839 GFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R839 GFR shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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