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S374 TBU

1998 BMW R1100

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49,665 mi
Last recorded49,665 miles
Recorded on23 May 2017
Typical for 1998 BMW R110040,406 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS374 TBU
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2017 49,665 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 43,208 miles

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

Fail 16 Jun 2012 40,441 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 Jun 2012 40,441 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 37,318 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 33,921 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2010 33,921 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 May 2009 30,291 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2008 25,727 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 25,727 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 2 May 2007 20,862 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 18,213 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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S374 TBU is a 1998 BMW R1100 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S374 TBU, 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 S374 TBU registered?

S374 TBU is a 1998 BMW R1100, first registered on 2 October 1998.

Is S374 TBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S374 TBU shows 12 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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