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R291 LFX

1997 BMW R1100

Grey Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

31,707 mi
Last recorded31,707 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW R110044,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR291 LFX
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 31,707 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 31,220 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 30,840 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 30,608 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 30,221 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2022 30,213 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly engine revs increase when steer turned right (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail mid (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Oct 2021 29,750 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 28,553 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit PERISHING (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 14 Oct 2020 28,553 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit PERISHING (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake caliper insecurely mounted and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (c) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2014 26,981 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 24,627 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 24,208 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 22,367 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 21,568 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 20,436 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 18,974 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 17,171 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2005 10,111 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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R291 LFX is a 1997 BMW R1100 in Grey with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R291 LFX, 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.

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What year was R291 LFX registered?

R291 LFX is a 1997 BMW R1100, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R291 LFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R291 LFX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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