1997 BMW R Series 1.2L Petrol · R11 GBC
1997 BMW R Series (1.2L, petrol). First registered 22 Dec 1997. Recorded mileage 12,539 miles. MOT expired on 21 Sept 2026. Taxed until 01 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW R SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 21 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 May 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 12,539 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
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R11 GBC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/09/2025
- 12,539 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
R11 GBC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 BMW R Series (R11 GBC) between September 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 05 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
R11 GBC Mileage History
- 23/09/202211,925 mi
- 06/09/202312,088 mi+163 mi
- 31/08/202412,313 mi+225 mi
- 05/09/202512,539 mi+226 mi
- 05/09/202512,539 mi
Average of roughly 208 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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