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M11 COW

1997 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

82,875 mi
Last recorded82,875 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW R Series39,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM11 COW
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 82,875 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 80,878 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 79,531 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 77,377 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 74,604 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2018 71,530 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 69,923 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 68,178 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 67,913 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 66,013 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 64,251 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 63,754 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2010 62,626 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 61,091 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2008 57,962 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 57,962 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 57,222 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 52,501 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2005 50,992 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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M11 COW is a 1997 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1997 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 39,828 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M11 COW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 29 years old, this BMW R Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M11 COW?

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What year was M11 COW registered?

M11 COW is a 1997 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is M11 COW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M11 COW shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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