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61,648 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
indicators flashing slightly fast
Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
How Reliable is the BMW R Series?
Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.
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N230 PYF is a 1996 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.
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 N230 PYF, 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.
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What year was N230 PYF registered?
N230 PYF is a 1996 BMW R Series, first registered on 28 June 1996.
Is N230 PYF safe to buy?
The MOT history for N230 PYF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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