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N152 ABA

1996 BMW R100

Multi-colour Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

13,481 mi
Last recorded13,481 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 BMW R10032,079 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN152 ABA
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 13,481 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 13,406 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 13,298 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 13,208 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 13,115 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 12,991 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 12,751 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 12,566 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 12,471 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 12,266 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 12,122 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 11,888 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 11,753 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 11,599 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2011 11,319 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2010 11,268 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 10,837 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2009 10,837 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 10,514 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 10,243 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 9,536 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R100?

Based on 26,387 MOT tests across 3,036 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
625
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
3,036
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 222
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 145
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 123
Horn not working 86
Headlamp aim too low 65
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N152 ABA is a 1996 BMW R100 in Multi-colour with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1996 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.1% with a typical mileage of 32,079 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R100 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 222 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N152 ABA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R100 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 30 years old, this BMW R100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N152 ABA registered?

N152 ABA is a 1996 BMW R100, first registered on 4 March 1996.

Is N152 ABA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N152 ABA shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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