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P405 HNV

1997 BMW R1100

Blue Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

63,583 mi
Last recorded63,583 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW R110044,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP405 HNV
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 63,583 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2025 63,131 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 63,047 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 62,502 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 62,318 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 62,186 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 62,094 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 61,416 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 61,042 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2016 61,037 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 58,772 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 56,830 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2014 56,820 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2013 55,833 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 55,385 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 53,416 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 52,014 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 12 May 2009 48,670 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2008 45,660 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 42,278 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2006 37,377 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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P405 HNV is a 1997 BMW R1100 in Blue with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 P405 HNV, 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 P405 HNV registered?

P405 HNV is a 1997 BMW R1100, first registered on 16 April 1997.

Is P405 HNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P405 HNV shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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