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N209 GLR

1996 BMW R1100

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,941 mi
Last recorded56,941 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2011
Typical for 1996 BMW R110047,064 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN209 GLR
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 25 Mar 2011 56,941 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 54,408 miles

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

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2009 46,030 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 43,804 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2007 43,283 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 41,419 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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N209 GLR is a 1996 BMW R1100 in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 N209 GLR, 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

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What year was N209 GLR registered?

N209 GLR is a 1996 BMW R1100, first registered on 27 February 1996.

Is N209 GLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N209 GLR shows 6 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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