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N218 XAN

1996 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

24,800 mi
Last recorded24,800 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2019
Typical for 1996 BMW R Series45,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN218 XAN
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2019 24,800 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 24,471 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 24,398 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 23,536 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2012 21,831 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2012 21,831 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 19,216 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 17,613 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 15,823 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 14,389 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 14,389 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 15 Jun 2006 13,522 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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N218 XAN is a 1996 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N218 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 N218 XAN?

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What year was N218 XAN registered?

N218 XAN is a 1996 BMW R Series, first registered on 2 February 1996.

Is N218 XAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N218 XAN shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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