2002 BMW R1100 1.1L Petrol · YE02 AVR

The 2002 BMW R1100 presents a stable roadworthiness profile. The most recent test on 20 September 2025 at 32,445 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, and this clean result follows four consecutive passes from 2021 through 2024. The maintenance trend is steady with no advisories or failures across the entire five-year MOT span, indicating the machine has been presented for testing in sound condition each time. Recorded mileage sits at 32,445 miles against 24 years of age, an average of roughly 1,352 miles per year. The DVSA data shows light and consistent use: the tester logged 27,072 miles on 8 October 2021, 27,451 on 1 December 2022, 27,533 on 7 September 2023, 31,934 on 3 September 2024, and 32,445 on 20 September 2025. A 14-month gap separates the 2021 and 2022 tests, but annual testing then resumes. The near-static mileage between 2021 and 2023 suggests long standing periods, while the 4,400-mile rise in the following year reflects a short spell of heavier riding. No rapid accumulation or neglected intervals appear. The absence of recorded advisories means no recurring suspension bushes, brake disc wear, binding calipers, or structural corrosion were flagged by examiners. A clean sheet across five tests implies previous owners kept basic consumables and mechanical items within limits. Low annual mileage and standing storage, however, carry hidden risks that paper records will not show. A buyer should physically inspect the Telelever and Paralever suspension linkages for perished rubber and dried grease, check brake caliper pistons for seizure after idle spells, and confirm the exhaust emissions remain within tolerance on a cold start. The fuel system and tyre sidewalls deserve scrutiny for cracking from age rather than wear. A pre-purchase inspection remains prudent despite the unblemished MOT history.