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N211 XAN

1996 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

32,560 mi
Last recorded32,560 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2024
Typical for 1996 BMW R Series45,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN211 XAN
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2024 32,560 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 20 Apr 2024 32,560 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 27 Mar 2023 32,056 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 31,000 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 30,817 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 30,777 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 30,594 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 30,583 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 30,414 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2013 30,406 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 25 May 2012 30,001 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 29,478 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 28,640 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 27,360 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 26,612 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 25,728 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 24,799 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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N211 XAN is a 1996 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N211 XAN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N211 XAN?

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What year was N211 XAN registered?

N211 XAN is a 1996 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 February 1996.

Is N211 XAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N211 XAN shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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