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S520 LFR

1998 BMW R1100

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2024
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,645 mi
Last recorded82,645 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2023
Typical for 1998 BMW R110040,406 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS520 LFR
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 16 Jun 2023 82,645 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 81,674 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 81,064 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 73,585 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Suspension attachment bracket/mounting slightly loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 62,146 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2017 51,390 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 51,074 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 47,706 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2014 44,906 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 43,017 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 41,587 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 39,726 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 35,083 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 28,510 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 24,552 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 17,630 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2005 15,796 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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S520 LFR is a 1998 BMW R1100 in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 S520 LFR, 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 S520 LFR registered?

S520 LFR is a 1998 BMW R1100, first registered on 18 September 1998.

Is S520 LFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S520 LFR shows 17 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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