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S289 JCW

1998 BMW R1100

Silver Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,352 mi
Last recorded61,352 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW R110040,406 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS289 JCW
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 1 Mar 2025 61,352 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2024 60,589 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 59,088 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Apr 2017 48,782 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 46,895 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 46,577 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 40,063 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 26,939 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 11,105 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 10,056 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2005 8,545 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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S289 JCW is a 1998 BMW R1100 in Silver with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S289 JCW, 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

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What year was S289 JCW registered?

S289 JCW is a 1998 BMW R1100, first registered on 17 August 1998.

Is S289 JCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S289 JCW shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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