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N309 EEY

1996 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

39,119 mi
Last recorded39,119 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2018
Typical for 1996 BMW R Series45,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN309 EEY
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2018 39,119 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2016 38,009 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 37,485 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Fail 9 Nov 2015 37,485 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.4a)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 23 May 2014 36,821 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 69,609 miles

slight roughness to rear wheel bearing

Pass 12 Apr 2012 67,043 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 65,592 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 55,076 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 49,271 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 46,627 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 39,447 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 37,318 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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N309 EEY is a 1996 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 N309 EEY, 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

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What year was N309 EEY registered?

N309 EEY is a 1996 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 May 1996.

Is N309 EEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for N309 EEY shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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