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S560 LFR

1998 BMW R1100

Green Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

61,782 mi
Last recorded61,782 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW R110040,406 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS560 LFR
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 61,782 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 61,328 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 61,060 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2024 61,060 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 7 Jan 2021 61,045 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 59,757 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 58,288 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2018 58,288 miles

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

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2016 52,709 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 50,657 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Jul 2015 50,657 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2014 48,610 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2013 46,337 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 46,105 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 42,651 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 37,854 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 34,716 miles

slight rumble from rear wheel drive bearing

Pass 9 Sep 2006 31,136 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 31,136 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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S560 LFR is a 1998 BMW R1100 in Green with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 S560 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 S560 LFR registered?

S560 LFR is a 1998 BMW R1100, first registered on 29 October 1998.

Is S560 LFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S560 LFR shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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