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R947 GCD

1997 BMW R1100

Grey Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,914 mi
Last recorded99,914 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2009
Typical for 1997 BMW R110044,799 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR947 GCD
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2009 99,914 miles

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

Fail 30 May 2009 99,913 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2008 76,964 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2007 57,758 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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R947 GCD is a 1997 BMW R1100 in Grey with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R947 GCD, 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.

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What year was R947 GCD registered?

R947 GCD is a 1997 BMW R1100, first registered on 15 August 1997.

Is R947 GCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R947 GCD shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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