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R994 TBP

1997 BMW R1100

Blue Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

59,017 mi
Last recorded59,017 miles
Recorded on20 May 2024
Typical for 1997 BMW R110044,799 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR994 TBP
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2024 59,017 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 57,252 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 56,160 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 55,053 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 54,655 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 53,943 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 53,299 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 52,278 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 50,608 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 48,761 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 47,358 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 45,818 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 44,678 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 41,328 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 41,152 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 41,139 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 17 May 2006 40,097 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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R994 TBP is a 1997 BMW R1100 in Blue with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 R994 TBP, 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 R994 TBP registered?

R994 TBP is a 1997 BMW R1100, first registered on 29 September 1997.

Is R994 TBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R994 TBP shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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