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S704 RWF

1998 BMW R1100

Silver Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

29,837 mi
Last recorded29,837 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW R110040,406 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS704 RWF
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2025 29,837 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 29,823 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2022 28,663 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 27,506 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 26,945 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 23,592 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 23,141 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2018 23,143 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 12 Apr 2018 23,139 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 23,123 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 23,015 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 22,797 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 22,420 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 21,980 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 21,347 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2011 20,299 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2010 19,001 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 18,402 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2008 18,366 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 17,581 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 16,732 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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S704 RWF 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 90.5%.

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 S704 RWF, 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 S704 RWF registered?

S704 RWF is a 1998 BMW R1100, first registered on 21 December 1998.

Is S704 RWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S704 RWF shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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