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P28 CFR

1997 BMW R1100

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

22,815 mi
Last recorded22,815 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW R110044,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP28 CFR
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 22,815 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 22,408 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 21,945 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 21,135 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 20,167 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 19,184 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 18,791 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 17,659 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 17,034 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2016 16,339 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 1 Aug 2016 16,339 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 15,286 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 14,948 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 14,457 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 14,129 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 13,870 miles

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

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

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

Fail 23 Jun 2011 13,867 miles

Rear Seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2010 13,347 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 12,444 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2008 11,789 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 11,499 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 11,156 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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P28 CFR is a 1997 BMW R1100 in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P28 CFR, 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 P28 CFR registered?

P28 CFR is a 1997 BMW R1100, first registered on 11 July 1997.

Is P28 CFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P28 CFR shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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