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P253 RYM

1997 BMW R1100

Maroon Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,501 mi
Last recorded32,501 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2008
Typical for 1997 BMW R110044,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP253 RYM
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2008 32,501 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2008 32,501 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 9 Aug 2007 32,453 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2006 31,957 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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P253 RYM is a 1997 BMW R1100 in Maroon with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P253 RYM, 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 P253 RYM registered?

P253 RYM is a 1997 BMW R1100, first registered on 6 January 1997.

Is P253 RYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P253 RYM shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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