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R507 TPX

1997 BMW R1100

Green Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

60,232 mi
Last recorded60,232 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW R110044,799 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR507 TPX
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 60,232 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 59,929 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 59,551 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 58,384 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2020 58,384 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jun 2019 58,236 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 57,974 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 57,517 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 Aug 2016 57,301 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2015 57,029 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 12 Aug 2014 56,857 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 8 Aug 2014 56,852 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 56,686 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Aug 2012 59,355 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 22 Jul 2011 55,776 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 55,443 miles

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

clutch isolator switch not working

side stand switch not working

Pass 5 Aug 2009 55,026 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 54,826 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2008 54,775 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jul 2007 54,288 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 52,998 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2005 50,515 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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R507 TPX is a 1997 BMW R1100 in Green with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1997 BMW R1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 44,799 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 R507 TPX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R507 TPX registered?

R507 TPX is a 1997 BMW R1100, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R507 TPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R507 TPX shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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