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P325 WAX

1997 BMW R1100

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,663 mi
Last recorded71,663 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW R110044,799 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP325 WAX
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 71,663 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 8 Apr 2026 71,663 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Brake hose leaking (1.1.12 (c))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 70,600 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2024 70,572 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2021 70,553 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 69,806 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 69,794 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 69,577 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 69,416 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2011 69,416 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 18 Oct 2010 69,065 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 68,395 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 67,065 miles

ABS lights flashing

Number plate starting to melt from exhaust

Pass 25 Apr 2007 63,491 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 63,424 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Apr 2006 59,996 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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P325 WAX is a 1997 BMW R1100 in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 P325 WAX, 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.

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What year was P325 WAX registered?

P325 WAX is a 1997 BMW R1100, first registered on 23 April 1997.

Is P325 WAX safe to buy?

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