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P245 RFS

1997 BMW R1100

White Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

54,255 mi
Last recorded54,255 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2015
Typical for 1997 BMW R110044,799 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP245 RFS
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2015 54,255 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 51,769 miles

Front upper suspension ball joint rubber split

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 21 Oct 2013 51,769 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Front upper suspension ball joint rubber split

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 48,326 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Fail 31 Oct 2012 48,322 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Front and rear brakes slightly binding

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2011 41,617 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 37,715 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 35,517 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 32,445 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 29,414 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2007 26,595 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2006 24,332 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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P245 RFS is a 1997 BMW R1100 in White with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 P245 RFS, 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 P245 RFS registered?

P245 RFS is a 1997 BMW R1100, first registered on 1 June 1997.

Is P245 RFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P245 RFS shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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