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P121 PYG

1996 BMW R1100

Silver Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

73,586 mi
Last recorded73,586 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2016
Typical for 1996 BMW R110047,064 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP121 PYG
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2016 73,586 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2016 73,586 miles

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

Pass 27 Dec 2014 68,485 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 68,290 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 68,290 miles

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

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2008 66,429 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 2 Jun 2008 66,429 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 23 May 2007 63,134 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 60,691 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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P121 PYG is a 1996 BMW R1100 in Silver with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P121 PYG, 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 P121 PYG registered?

P121 PYG is a 1996 BMW R1100, first registered on 1 August 1996.

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