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G5 DUO

2003 BMW R1100

Red Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

9,169 mi
Last recorded9,169 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R110020,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG5 DUO
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 9,169 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 8,844 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 7,974 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 7,813 miles

Front Spring strut Bump stop perished.

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Spring strut bump stop perished

Pass 1 Apr 2021 7,336 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 6,978 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 6,603 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 5,752 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 5,638 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2017 5,638 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 5,627 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 5,606 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 5,594 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 5,516 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 5,460 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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G5 DUO is a 2003 BMW R1100 in Red with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2003 BMW R1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 20,353 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 G5 DUO, 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 23 years old, this BMW R1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G5 DUO registered?

G5 DUO is a 2003 BMW R1100, first registered on 21 March 2003.

Is G5 DUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for G5 DUO shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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