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P620 DTN

1996 BMW R1100

Blue Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

75,641 mi
Last recorded75,641 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 BMW R110047,064 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP620 DTN
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 75,641 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 May 2025 74,916 miles
Fail 2 May 2025 74,916 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2022 73,317 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 72,451 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 68,423 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 66,013 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 63,344 miles

front brake disc bobbins worn

n/s mirror is damaged but still functional

Pass 11 Jun 2016 61,268 miles

Brake component is slightly corroded front banjo &bolt (3.1.5)

Brake component is slightly corroded rear banjo and bolt (3.1.5)

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Fail 9 Jun 2016 61,268 miles

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 27 May 2015 58,912 miles

Front brake lever slow to return

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 31 May 2014 56,254 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 52,346 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 50,955 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2011 49,846 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 20,638 miles
Fail 1 May 2010 46,169 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 2 May 2009 42,486 miles
Fail 2 May 2009 42,486 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2008 40,804 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2007 34,918 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 32,283 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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P620 DTN is a 1996 BMW R1100 in Blue with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1996 BMW R1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 47,064 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 P620 DTN, 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 30 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 P620 DTN registered?

P620 DTN is a 1996 BMW R1100, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P620 DTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P620 DTN shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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