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P311 MSX

1997 BMW R1100

Green Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,570 mi
Last recorded60,570 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2017
Typical for 1997 BMW R110044,799 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP311 MSX
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 21 Apr 2017 60,570 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2016 59,274 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 57,837 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2014 55,108 miles

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

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 5 Jan 2013 52,718 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 49,892 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 45,282 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 42,333 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 40,678 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 40,074 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 36,685 miles

front brake lever bit stiff,may have dry grease on pivot

Pass 12 May 2006 33,939 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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P311 MSX is a 1997 BMW R1100 in Green with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 P311 MSX, 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 P311 MSX registered?

P311 MSX is a 1997 BMW R1100, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P311 MSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P311 MSX shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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