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W172 DWU

2000 BMW R1100

Black Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

45,611 mi
Last recorded45,611 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2000 BMW R110032,645 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW172 DWU
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 45,611 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 40,360 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 36,560 miles

Offside Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear drive shaft bearings slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2023 36,560 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear drive shaft bearings slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 35,177 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 35,161 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 35,101 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2020 35,101 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2019 35,078 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 34,867 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 34,672 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 34,672 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play centre (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 2 Apr 2016 34,629 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 34,428 miles

Rear wheel pivots have slight free play .

Pass 29 May 2013 34,001 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 34,001 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2012 33,552 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2011 31,874 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 29,128 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2010 29,128 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2009 26,805 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2009 26,805 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2007 24,539 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 23,597 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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W172 DWU is a 2000 BMW R1100 in Black with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2000 BMW R1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 32,645 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 W172 DWU, 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 26 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 W172 DWU registered?

W172 DWU is a 2000 BMW R1100, first registered on 25 May 2000.

Is W172 DWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W172 DWU shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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