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P362 VFV

1997 BMW R1100

Maroon Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

36,498 mi
Last recorded36,498 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2024
Typical for 1997 BMW R110044,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP362 VFV
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2024 36,498 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Mar 2024 36,357 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 36,000 miles

Fuel tank water drain blocked

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Wear showing on Bobbin movement (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake cylinder corroded but not seriously weakened Rear caliper wear uneven on brake pads (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively 0.84mm lip (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 35,567 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 32,706 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 30,197 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 28,299 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 25,740 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 25,134 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2014 22,558 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 21,684 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 20,983 miles
Fail 14 May 2011 20,682 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 14 May 2011 20,682 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 20,132 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 19,871 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 19,292 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 19,173 miles
Fail 19 May 2007 19,173 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Pass 6 May 2006 19,097 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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P362 VFV is a 1997 BMW R1100 in Maroon with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P362 VFV, 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 P362 VFV registered?

P362 VFV is a 1997 BMW R1100, first registered on 17 January 1997.

Is P362 VFV safe to buy?

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