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A27 PSA

1996 BMW R1100

Blue Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

32,723 mi
Last recorded32,723 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 BMW R110047,064 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA27 PSA
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2025 32,723 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 32,715 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 31,956 miles

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort both (1.2.1 (e))

fuel cap seal slightly perished

Pass 18 May 2019 29,326 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wheel pivot (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 27,487 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 25,977 miles
Fail 10 May 2008 23,994 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2008 23,994 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 23,600 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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A27 PSA is a 1996 BMW R1100 in Blue with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1996 BMW R1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 47,064 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 A27 PSA, 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 30 years old, this BMW R1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A27 PSA registered?

A27 PSA is a 1996 BMW R1100, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is A27 PSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A27 PSA shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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