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N204 ARB

1996 BMW R1100

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,014 mi
Last recorded17,014 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1996 BMW R110047,064 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN204 ARB
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 28 May 2026 17,014 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 16,754 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 16,572 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 16,220 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 15,906 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 15,325 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2020 14,759 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 13,702 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2018 12,553 miles

Front nearside brake caliper securing bolt 'modified'

Pass 30 Apr 2017 11,970 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 11,565 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 11,345 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 11,250 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 11,142 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 10,703 miles

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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N204 ARB is a 1996 BMW R1100 in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N204 ARB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N204 ARB?

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What year was N204 ARB registered?

N204 ARB is a 1996 BMW R1100, first registered on 11 June 1996.

Is N204 ARB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N204 ARB shows 15 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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