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N219 XAN

1996 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

91,002 mi
Last recorded91,002 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 BMW R Series45,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN219 XAN
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 91,002 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 90,938 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

front brake discs have slight movement

oil leak

Pass 31 Jul 2023 90,707 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 90,206 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 89,577 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 88,610 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 86,842 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bevel box mounting bearing. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2018 84,589 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2017 81,811 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 76,941 miles

Front wheel bearing leaking grease

Rear brake caliper slight leak out of bleed nipple

Pass 13 Jun 2015 75,406 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2015 75,406 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 72,798 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 68,838 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

side stand mount lose

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 16 Jun 2012 57,628 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 11 Jun 2012 57,587 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 Jul 2011 53,505 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 51,107 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 48,980 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 47,248 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 44,073 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 42,638 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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N219 XAN is a 1996 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 N219 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 N219 XAN?

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What year was N219 XAN registered?

N219 XAN is a 1996 BMW R Series, first registered on 2 February 1996.

Is N219 XAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N219 XAN shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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