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N143 LRN

1996 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Mar 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

88,141 mi
Last recorded88,141 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 BMW R Series45,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN143 LRN
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 88,141 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 85,105 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2024 83,744 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2021 82,912 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2020 75,298 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 25 Jun 2020 75,298 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 74,713 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 74,419 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2017 74,412 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 73,885 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2016 73,882 miles

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2013 71,640 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2012 70,824 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2012 70,824 miles

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

Fail 25 Nov 2011 68,318 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 25 Nov 2011 68,318 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 65,956 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 65,125 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 63,576 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2009 63,557 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

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

Pass 18 May 2006 33,687 miles

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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N143 LRN is a 1996 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N143 LRN, 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.

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What year was N143 LRN registered?

N143 LRN is a 1996 BMW R Series, first registered on 21 June 1996.

Is N143 LRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N143 LRN shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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