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S65 KJB

1998 BMW R1100

Grey Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2025
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

55,283 mi
Last recorded55,283 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2024
Typical for 1998 BMW R110040,406 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS65 KJB
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2024 55,283 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2023 53,176 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 51,851 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2021 49,805 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 47,185 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2019 43,615 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2018 40,084 miles

Fork dust seals corroded

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

Fail 8 Dec 2018 40,084 miles

Fork dust seals corroded

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Registration plate incorrect Replaced with standard one supplied (0.1 (c))

Pass 8 Dec 2017 37,702 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2017 37,702 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 37,282 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Aug 2015 36,948 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 36,937 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 36,687 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 36,172 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 35,664 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 35,453 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 34,737 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 34,332 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 33,205 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 30,806 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2005

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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S65 KJB is a 1998 BMW R1100 in Grey with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 S65 KJB, 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 S65 KJB registered?

S65 KJB is a 1998 BMW R1100, first registered on 25 September 1998.

Is S65 KJB safe to buy?

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