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N285 SDD

1995 BMW R1100

Green Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

116,974 mi
Last recorded116,974 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2023
Typical for 1995 BMW R110047,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN285 SDD
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2023 116,974 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 116,623 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 115,502 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2021 115,502 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 23 Mar 2017 114,813 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 114,731 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 114,617 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 114,564 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 108,192 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

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

Rear tyre wearing unevenly. Centrestand broken.

Fail 13 Jul 2013 108,085 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

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

Rear tyre wearing unevenly. Centrestand broken.

Pass 14 Jul 2012 102,259 miles

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

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

oil leak from oil cooler area

Fail 14 Jul 2012 102,259 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

oil leak from oil cooler area

Pass 23 Jul 2011 94,400 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 89,520 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2009 84,664 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 78,129 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 74,444 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 71,059 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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N285 SDD is a 1995 BMW R1100 in Green with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1995 BMW R1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 47,891 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 N285 SDD, 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 31 years old, this BMW R1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N285 SDD registered?

N285 SDD is a 1995 BMW R1100, first registered on 24 October 1995.

Is N285 SDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for N285 SDD shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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