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P11 JGL

1996 BMW R1100

Green Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

24,006 mi
Last recorded24,006 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 BMW R110047,064 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP11 JGL
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 24,006 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2025 13,292 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2025 13,292 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Aug 2024 6,937 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 6,590 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2021 6,577 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2021 6,577 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 6,443 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2019 6,427 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Aug 2015 6,416 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 6,245 miles

Nail in rear tyre!

Pass 7 Aug 2013 5,343 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 4,440 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 11 Aug 2011 3,862 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 3,605 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 3,382 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 3,254 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2006 3,189 miles

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

Fail 2 Aug 2006 3,146 miles

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

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

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

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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P11 JGL is a 1996 BMW R1100 in Green with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 P11 JGL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P11 JGL registered?

P11 JGL is a 1996 BMW R1100, first registered on 5 August 1996.

Is P11 JGL safe to buy?

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