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P859 CFV

1996 BMW R1100

Green Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

80,092 mi
Last recorded80,092 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2023
Typical for 1996 BMW R110047,064 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP859 CFV
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2023 80,092 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 80,062 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 77,999 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 75,863 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 73,834 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 71,002 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 68,580 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 66,092 miles

front brake lever slightly slow to return to off

Fail 27 May 2015 66,092 miles

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

front brake lever slightly slow to return to off

Pass 7 May 2014 61,331 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 58,486 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 56,131 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 51,136 miles

front brake discs slightly scaly on inners -rear brake disc slightly rusty

Pass 15 Feb 2010 48,936 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 11 Feb 2009 46,851 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 23 Feb 2008 42,001 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 40,301 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2006 3,749 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2006 3,749 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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P859 CFV 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 89.5%.

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 P859 CFV, 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.

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What year was P859 CFV registered?

P859 CFV is a 1996 BMW R1100, first registered on 20 September 1996.

Is P859 CFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P859 CFV shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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