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W173 YAL

2000 BMW R1100

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

29,640 mi
Last recorded29,640 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2023
Typical for 2000 BMW R110032,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW173 YAL
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2023 29,640 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front slighty knotchy head bearing

Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 May 2022 28,296 miles
Fail 7 May 2022 28,296 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 May 2021 27,729 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 27,030 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 26,901 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 26,711 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 26,591 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 26,563 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 26,297 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 26,079 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 25,894 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 25,457 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 25,403 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 24,993 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 23,920 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 22,804 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 19,702 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 17,283 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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W173 YAL is a 2000 BMW R1100 in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 W173 YAL, 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.

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What year was W173 YAL registered?

W173 YAL is a 2000 BMW R1100, first registered on 18 March 2000.

Is W173 YAL safe to buy?

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