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S5 DJW

1998 BMW R1100

Silver Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

16,639 mi
Last recorded16,639 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW R110040,406 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS5 DJW
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 16,639 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 15,396 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 14,700 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 12,713 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 11,771 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 11,380 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 11,275 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 11,158 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 11,040 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 10,866 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2016 10,866 miles

Front Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 10,706 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 10,584 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 10,434 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 10,198 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 9,944 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 9,701 miles

rear tyre low

Pass 30 Jul 2009 9,358 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 9,072 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 8,816 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 8,547 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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S5 DJW is a 1998 BMW R1100 in Silver with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 S5 DJW, 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 S5 DJW registered?

S5 DJW is a 1998 BMW R1100, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S5 DJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S5 DJW shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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