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S185 VGY

1998 BMW R1100

Blue Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

70,206 mi
Last recorded70,206 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW R110040,406 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS185 VGY
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 70,206 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 69,321 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 68,593 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 67,925 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 67,312 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 65,344 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 63,021 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 61,010 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 60,125 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 59,512 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 59,055 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 58,352 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2011 58,352 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 57,097 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 55,751 miles

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 27 Aug 2009 55,750 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2008 53,746 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2007 51,601 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 48,250 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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S185 VGY is a 1998 BMW R1100 in Blue with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 S185 VGY, 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

How do I check the history of S185 VGY?

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What year was S185 VGY registered?

S185 VGY is a 1998 BMW R1100, first registered on 6 November 1998.

Is S185 VGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for S185 VGY shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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