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S391 TAW

1998 BMW R1100

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

52,367 mi
Last recorded52,367 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW R110040,406 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS391 TAW
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 52,367 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2025 51,652 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2023 50,905 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 8 Jul 2022 50,550 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2022 50,550 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 50,372 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 49,951 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 48,547 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 47,902 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 47,768 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 45,660 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 45,095 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2013 44,651 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 43,695 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2011 42,809 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 37,725 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 31,229 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 28,363 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 28,363 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2007 23,075 miles

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 6 Apr 2006 17,911 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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S391 TAW is a 1998 BMW R1100 in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 S391 TAW, 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 S391 TAW registered?

S391 TAW is a 1998 BMW R1100, first registered on 11 September 1998.

Is S391 TAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S391 TAW shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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