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P385 TDD

1997 BMW R1100

Green Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

50,102 mi
Last recorded50,102 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW R110044,799 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP385 TDD
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 50,102 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 49,689 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 49,358 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 49,217 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 48,763 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Play to disc rivets, (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 48,350 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 47,874 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 47,425 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 46,933 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 46,596 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 46,187 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 45,484 miles

Rear brake has slight bind under test.

Fail 27 Mar 2014 45,484 miles

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

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

Rear brake has slight bind under test.

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2013 44,871 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 44,091 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 43,138 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 42,422 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 41,646 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 40,704 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 40,006 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 39,654 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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P385 TDD is a 1997 BMW R1100 in Green with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 P385 TDD, 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 P385 TDD registered?

P385 TDD is a 1997 BMW R1100, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P385 TDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P385 TDD shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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