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AR51 OWB

2002 BMW R1100

Red Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2023
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

22,634 mi
Last recorded22,634 miles
Recorded on12 May 2022
Typical for 2002 BMW R110021,379 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR51 OWB
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2022 22,634 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 20,958 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 20,820 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 20,668 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 20,668 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2008 19,860 miles

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

Fail 20 Mar 2008 19,860 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Front brake pads corroded

Pass 17 Apr 2007 19,596 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 18,788 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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AR51 OWB is a 2002 BMW R1100 in Red with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2002 BMW R1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.4% with a typical mileage of 21,379 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 AR51 OWB, 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 24 years old, this BMW R1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AR51 OWB registered?

AR51 OWB is a 2002 BMW R1100, first registered on 5 February 2002.

Is AR51 OWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR51 OWB shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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