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S406 UKJ

1998 BMW R1100

Grey Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

52,072 mi
Last recorded52,072 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2023
Typical for 1998 BMW R110040,406 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS406 UKJ
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2023 52,072 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2022 48,040 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2019 48,032 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 46,718 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2015 45,339 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2014 43,962 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 39,623 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 34,950 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 33,555 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2009 28,478 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 19 Nov 2009 28,478 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 29 Jul 2008 28,200 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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S406 UKJ is a 1998 BMW R1100 in Grey with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 S406 UKJ, 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 S406 UKJ registered?

S406 UKJ is a 1998 BMW R1100, first registered on 4 September 1998.

Is S406 UKJ safe to buy?

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