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S532 SWG

1998 BMW R1100

Green Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

49,312 mi
Last recorded49,312 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2020
Typical for 1998 BMW R110040,406 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS532 SWG
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2020 49,312 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 48,840 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 48,174 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 47,483 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 46,830 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2010 46,683 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2010 46,660 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jun 2009 42,558 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2008 40,225 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 37,735 miles

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

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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S532 SWG is a 1998 BMW R1100 in Green with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 S532 SWG, 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 S532 SWG registered?

S532 SWG is a 1998 BMW R1100, first registered on 18 December 1998.

Is S532 SWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S532 SWG shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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