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W779 XGS

2000 BMW R1100

Black Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

55,562 mi
Last recorded55,562 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2000 BMW R110032,645 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW779 XGS
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 55,562 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2025 55,483 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 55,233 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2018 54,644 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Slight weep on rear shock seal (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 16 Jul 2018 54,641 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Slight weep on rear shock seal (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 17 May 2017 54,624 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies when applying front or rear brakes (1.3.1a)

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

Rear rear indicators emitting white light (bulbs deteriorated)

Pass 15 Apr 2016 52,496 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 51,959 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 50,924 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 48,232 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 47,916 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 43,706 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 19 Mar 2010 38,495 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 38,495 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 38,128 miles

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

rear brake binding slightly.

Pass 10 Nov 2007 37,626 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2006 36,973 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2005 35,341 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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W779 XGS is a 2000 BMW R1100 in Black with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 W779 XGS, 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 W779 XGS registered?

W779 XGS is a 2000 BMW R1100, first registered on 18 March 2000.

Is W779 XGS safe to buy?

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