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P705 SNW

1996 BMW R1100

Green Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

58,380 mi
Last recorded58,380 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2024
Typical for 1996 BMW R110047,064 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP705 SNW
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2024 58,380 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 58,221 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 58,073 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 57,908 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 57,899 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 57,878 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 57,704 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 57,629 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 57,506 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 56,474 miles

Rear Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Pass 27 May 2013 53,270 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 49,858 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 45,477 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 44,874 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 42,675 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 12 May 2009 42,675 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 41,961 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 41,421 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2005 39,365 miles

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

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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P705 SNW is a 1996 BMW R1100 in Green with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 P705 SNW, 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 P705 SNW registered?

P705 SNW is a 1996 BMW R1100, first registered on 12 October 1996.

Is P705 SNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P705 SNW shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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