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P295 LYC

1997 BMW R1100

Blue Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,442 mi
Last recorded38,442 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW R110044,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP295 LYC
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 7 May 2025 38,442 miles

Central Front Upper Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Central Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c)) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 38,439 miles

Central Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 29 Jan 2020 38,438 miles

Central Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 38,385 miles

Central Front Lower lower shock bush showing slight wear.

Pass 8 Aug 2017 38,376 miles

Slight movement front lower shock mount.

Pass 28 Jun 2016 38,337 miles

slight movement front lower shock mount

Pass 1 Jun 2015 38,212 miles

Slight wear front lower shock fixing

Pass 25 Sep 2013 38,062 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 37,993 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 37,860 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 37,748 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 37,554 miles

abs lights flashing

Pass 17 Jul 2008 37,427 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2007 37,073 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 36,994 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2006 33,051 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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P295 LYC is a 1997 BMW R1100 in Blue with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P295 LYC, 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 P295 LYC registered?

P295 LYC is a 1997 BMW R1100, first registered on 15 March 1997.

Is P295 LYC safe to buy?

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