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N359 EKP

1996 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

52,212 mi
Last recorded52,212 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2025
Typical for 1996 BMW R Series45,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN359 EKP
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2025 52,212 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 51,578 miles

Front front tyre worn close to limit

Rear rear tyre worn close to limit

Pass 16 Sep 2022 49,413 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2022 49,413 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 49,040 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 47,853 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2020 47,853 miles

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 47,634 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2018 47,634 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 47,172 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 46,494 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 46,358 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2014 46,358 miles

Centre Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2013 44,853 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 3,413 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 4,284 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 41,415 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 39,209 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 38,013 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 35,980 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2006 33,831 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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N359 EKP is a 1996 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 N359 EKP, 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 N359 EKP registered?

N359 EKP is a 1996 BMW R Series, first registered on 28 June 1996.

Is N359 EKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N359 EKP shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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