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W523 UGW

2000 BMW R1100

White Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

43,104 mi
Last recorded43,104 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW R110032,645 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW523 UGW
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 43,104 miles

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

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

Rear foot rests missing but machine has no rear seat fitted (cowl in place )

Fail 21 Aug 2025 43,100 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Rear foot rests missing but machine has no rear seat fitted (cowl in place )

Pass 16 Sep 2023 41,860 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 41,857 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 41,699 miles

both tyres soft

Pass 4 Jun 2019 41,278 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2019 41,278 miles

Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2018 40,150 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 29 May 2017 40,070 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 18 May 2016 40,066 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 39,784 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 May 2014 39,567 miles

front tyre worn unevenly

Pass 10 Sep 2012 39,082 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 36,919 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 35,399 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 31,927 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 27,314 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 22,501 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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W523 UGW is a 2000 BMW R1100 in White with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 W523 UGW, 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 W523 UGW registered?

W523 UGW is a 2000 BMW R1100, first registered on 18 April 2000.

Is W523 UGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W523 UGW shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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