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S421 UKJ

1998 BMW R1100

Blue Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

26,727 mi
Last recorded26,727 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW R110040,406 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS421 UKJ
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 26,727 miles

Central Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2025 26,204 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2025 26,204 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 21,512 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2023 21,465 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2020 20,790 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2020 20,790 miles

Front Stop lamp not working lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2019 20,437 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 19,790 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 19,370 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 18,704 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 16,941 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 15,500 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 14,354 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2013 14,345 miles

Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 12,682 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 8,992 miles

front brake soft

Pass 30 Apr 2010 7,234 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 6,024 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 5,942 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2008 5,929 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 5,861 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 5,853 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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S421 UKJ is a 1998 BMW R1100 in Blue with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 S421 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 S421 UKJ registered?

S421 UKJ is a 1998 BMW R1100, first registered on 22 December 1998.

Is S421 UKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S421 UKJ shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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