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N255 FYD

1996 BMW R100

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2025
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

30,267 mi
Last recorded30,267 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2024
Typical for 1996 BMW R10032,079 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN255 FYD
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2024 30,267 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Pass 11 Mar 2020 29,149 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2020 29,149 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 28,267 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 27,377 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2018 27,377 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 3 Jan 2017 27,074 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R100?

Based on 26,387 MOT tests across 3,036 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
625
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
3,036
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 222
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 145
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 123
Horn not working 86
Headlamp aim too low 65
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N255 FYD is a 1996 BMW R100 in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1996 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.1% with a typical mileage of 32,079 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 R100 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 222 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N255 FYD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R100 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 30 years old, this BMW R100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N255 FYD?

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What year was N255 FYD registered?

N255 FYD is a 1996 BMW R100, first registered on 1 January 1996.

Is N255 FYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for N255 FYD shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N255 FYD have outstanding finance?

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