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P219 RSX

1997 BMW R1100

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

77,348 mi
Last recorded77,348 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2023
Typical for 1997 BMW R110044,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP219 RSX
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2023 77,348 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 73,498 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Slight oil leak engine case

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 May 2019 68,740 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 61,846 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 61,778 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting rear "ON" limit (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

UNEVEN WEAR ON FRONT TYRE

Pass 28 Jun 2016 60,452 miles

very slight bind from new rear brake pads, not shown on roller brake test,

Pass 22 Apr 2015 60,400 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

slight play at rear wheel

Fail 22 Apr 2015 60,400 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

slight play at rear wheel

Pass 18 Oct 2013 59,516 miles

play at rear wheel out-put shaft bearing? check with B.M.W for tolerance & limits

Fail 17 Oct 2013 59,485 miles

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

play at rear wheel out-put shaft bearing? check with B.M.W for tolerance & limits

Pass 16 Aug 2012 55,305 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2011 52,425 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2010 49,861 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 43,392 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 39,670 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2007 38,456 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 37,342 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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P219 RSX is a 1997 BMW R1100 in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 P219 RSX, 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 P219 RSX registered?

P219 RSX is a 1997 BMW R1100, first registered on 8 May 1997.

Is P219 RSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P219 RSX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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