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N240 XSO

1996 BMW R1100

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2025
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

65,014 mi
Last recorded65,014 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2024
Typical for 1996 BMW R110047,064 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN240 XSO
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2024 65,014 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 64,292 miles

Front disc worn but not essive

Fail 7 Sep 2020 64,282 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear brake disc corroded

Pass 20 Jul 2016 63,293 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2015 62,828 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2014 62,810 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2014 62,810 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2013 62,237 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 20 Feb 2012 61,348 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2012 61,269 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2011 59,360 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2010 55,738 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2010 55,738 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2008 44,431 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 39,314 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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N240 XSO is a 1996 BMW R1100 in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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

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 N240 XSO, 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 N240 XSO registered?

N240 XSO is a 1996 BMW R1100, first registered on 1 June 1996.

Is N240 XSO safe to buy?

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