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H16 POC

1996 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,536 mi
Last recorded31,536 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 BMW R Series45,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH16 POC
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 18 Apr 2026 31,536 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2025 28,043 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 24,674 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 20,113 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 19,532 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 16,674 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 14,933 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 10,316 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 9,191 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 7,237 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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H16 POC is a 1996 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 45,396 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H16 POC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 30 years old, this BMW R Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H16 POC?

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What year was H16 POC registered?

H16 POC is a 1996 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is H16 POC safe to buy?

The MOT history for H16 POC shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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