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P136 VUB

1997 BMW R1100

Blue Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

61,003 mi
Last recorded61,003 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2021
Typical for 1997 BMW R110044,799 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP136 VUB
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2021 61,003 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2020 60,917 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 59,924 miles

slight play in bevell drive

Pass 21 Jul 2018 59,442 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2018 59,442 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2017 59,192 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 57,736 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 27 Jun 2015 57,045 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2014 56,611 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2013 52,867 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 52,863 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 2 Jun 2012 49,383 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 13 May 2011 44,397 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 12 May 2010 40,174 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2009 39,835 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 39,083 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2007 38,663 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 37,984 miles

Rear 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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P136 VUB is a 1997 BMW R1100 in Blue with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 BMW R1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 44,799 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 P136 VUB, 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 29 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 P136 VUB registered?

P136 VUB is a 1997 BMW R1100, first registered on 11 February 1997.

Is P136 VUB safe to buy?

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