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N148 JCV

1996 BMW R1100

Green Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

59,893 mi
Last recorded59,893 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2019
Typical for 1996 BMW R110047,064 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN148 JCV
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2019 59,893 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 58,910 miles

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

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

rear brake sticking slightly

Pass 25 Mar 2017 58,344 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2015 58,326 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2012 57,951 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 52,986 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 48,844 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 48,453 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 46,901 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2008 44,610 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

abs light flashing

Pass 30 Apr 2008 44,610 miles

abs light flashing

Pass 20 Apr 2007 41,644 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 36,236 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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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N148 JCV is a 1996 BMW R1100 in Green with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1996 BMW R1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 47,064 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 N148 JCV, 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 30 years old, this BMW R1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N148 JCV registered?

N148 JCV is a 1996 BMW R1100, first registered on 1 March 1996.

Is N148 JCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N148 JCV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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