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N349 JRN

1996 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,491 mi
Last recorded60,491 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2018
Typical for 1996 BMW R Series45,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN349 JRN
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2018 60,491 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2015 60,132 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Oct 2015 60,132 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel front brake (3.1.3b)

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel rear brake (3.1.3b)

Throttle operating incorrectly Does not return fully to closed position (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

FRONT TYRE UNDER INFLATED

Fail 17 Sep 2015 60,102 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. Dust Seal (2.3.1)

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 59,917 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2011 58,389 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 57,393 miles

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

Fail 6 May 2010 57,384 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

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

Fail 15 Apr 2010 57,155 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 56,807 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 56,478 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 50,867 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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N349 JRN is a 1996 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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

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 N349 JRN, 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 N349 JRN registered?

N349 JRN is a 1996 BMW R Series, first registered on 6 July 1996.

Is N349 JRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N349 JRN shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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