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N241 KRF

1996 BMW R1100

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Oct 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

46,963 mi
Last recorded46,963 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 BMW R110047,064 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN241 KRF
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 46,963 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 45,728 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Oct 2023 44,223 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 42,360 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2022 42,360 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected Throttle operating on full lock - cable routing adjusted to clear. (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 42,304 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 41,663 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 40,022 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 38,185 miles

Slight play rear suspension bearings - trunions.

Pass 30 May 2017 37,498 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 36,816 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 35,692 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2014 34,483 miles

Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Front brake disc bobbins slightly worn.

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 11 Jun 2014 34,483 miles

Front brake disc bobbins slightly worn.

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 18 Jun 2013 28,880 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 24,880 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 23,377 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 22,501 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 21,892 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 21,189 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 19,964 miles

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Fail 15 Sep 2007 19,964 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 13 Jul 2006 15,670 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2005 14,784 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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N241 KRF is a 1996 BMW R1100 in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N241 KRF, 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 N241 KRF registered?

N241 KRF is a 1996 BMW R1100, first registered on 2 May 1996.

Is N241 KRF safe to buy?

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