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R297 UGM

1997 BMW R1100

Green Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

73,806 mi
Last recorded73,806 miles
Recorded on21 May 2024
Typical for 1997 BMW R110044,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR297 UGM
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2024 73,806 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 73,158 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 71,919 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2020 71,871 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 71,565 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 69,234 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 67,244 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 66,352 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 64,793 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 62,483 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 60,072 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 57,919 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 54,198 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 50,808 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 47,789 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2009 47,764 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2008 42,060 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 Apr 2007 35,250 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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R297 UGM is a 1997 BMW R1100 in Green with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 R297 UGM, 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 R297 UGM registered?

R297 UGM is a 1997 BMW R1100, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R297 UGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R297 UGM shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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