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N374 OSU

1996 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

47,927 mi
Last recorded47,927 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2018
Typical for 1996 BMW R Series45,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN374 OSU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2018 47,927 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 47,887 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 47,030 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 45,588 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2015 45,588 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) insecure disc moving on boltts (3.2.A1g)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 31 Aug 2014 45,082 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 42,506 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 38,673 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 34,116 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 28,039 miles
Fail 1 May 2010 28,038 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2009 16,186 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 14,422 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 13,725 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 12,268 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2005 7,142 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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N374 OSU is a 1996 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 N374 OSU, 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 N374 OSU?

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What year was N374 OSU registered?

N374 OSU is a 1996 BMW R Series, first registered on 15 May 1996.

Is N374 OSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N374 OSU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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