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P204 MFL

1997 BMW R1100

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

71,380 mi
Last recorded71,380 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2020
Typical for 1997 BMW R110044,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP204 MFL
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2020 71,380 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 70,869 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2014 66,385 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)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 61,669 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2013 61,669 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2012 60,986 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2011 59,101 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 56,954 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 55,899 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2008 54,781 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2007 53,779 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 52,941 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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P204 MFL is a 1997 BMW R1100 in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 P204 MFL, 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.

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What year was P204 MFL registered?

P204 MFL is a 1997 BMW R1100, first registered on 13 March 1997.

Is P204 MFL safe to buy?

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