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N25 HSC

1996 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

30,504 mi
Last recorded30,504 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2021
Typical for 1996 BMW R Series45,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN25 HSC
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2021 30,504 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 29,323 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 28,932 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 28,213 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 25,541 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 24,029 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 23,003 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 21,500 miles

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

Fail 6 Mar 2012 21,500 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2011 20,486 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 19,892 miles

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

slight bind front brake

Pass 22 May 2008 18,391 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 17,194 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2006 16,941 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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N25 HSC is a 1996 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 N25 HSC, 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 N25 HSC?

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What year was N25 HSC registered?

N25 HSC is a 1996 BMW R Series, first registered on 4 June 1996.

Is N25 HSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N25 HSC shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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