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S101 ERR

1998 BMW R1100

Blue Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

87,515 mi
Last recorded87,515 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2024
Typical for 1998 BMW R110040,406 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS101 ERR
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2024 87,515 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Nov 2024 87,515 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2023 86,344 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 84,108 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2021 82,066 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 81,954 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 78,772 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 76,127 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 70,445 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 132,952 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 130,149 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

abs light on

nutral light on

Pass 12 Sep 2011 129,549 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 128,182 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 22 Jul 2010 128,175 miles

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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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S101 ERR is a 1998 BMW R1100 in Blue with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 S101 ERR, 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.

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What year was S101 ERR registered?

S101 ERR is a 1998 BMW R1100, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S101 ERR safe to buy?

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