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P105 OLM

1997 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

42,429 mi
Last recorded42,429 miles
Recorded on26 May 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW R Series39,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP105 OLM
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2025 42,429 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 41,912 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 41,654 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 41,231 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 40,506 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 40,488 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 40,007 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 39,632 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 38,751 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 38,160 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 37,496 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 35,192 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 May 2012 33,146 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 32,418 miles
Fail 7 May 2011 32,418 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2010 28,425 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 26,713 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 23,386 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 19,938 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 16,886 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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P105 OLM is a 1997 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 P105 OLM, 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

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What year was P105 OLM registered?

P105 OLM is a 1997 BMW R Series, first registered on 29 March 1997.

Is P105 OLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P105 OLM shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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