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P538 ODT

2001 BMW R1100

Green Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

49,808 mi
Last recorded49,808 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R110027,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP538 ODT
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 49,808 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil BOTH sides fork legs (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Mar 2025 45,548 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil FORK (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Sep 2023 43,012 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2022 41,207 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2021 37,711 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2020 37,035 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 36,666 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2017 36,099 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 36,084 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2016 34,835 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 34,441 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 32,382 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 26,544 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 23,797 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2009 23,797 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 21,228 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 26 Apr 2007 21,226 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 21,226 miles

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2006 18,480 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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P538 ODT is a 2001 BMW R1100 in Green with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2001 BMW R1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 27,147 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 P538 ODT, 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 25 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 P538 ODT registered?

P538 ODT is a 2001 BMW R1100, first registered on 4 May 2001.

Is P538 ODT safe to buy?

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