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N397 XKJ

1996 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

49,417 mi
Last recorded49,417 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2017
Typical for 1996 BMW R Series45,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN397 XKJ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2017 49,417 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2017 49,334 miles

Rear Hydraulic brake control creeps under load. (3.1.4a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 11 Oct 2016 48,770 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

abs light flashing

Pass 7 Oct 2014 48,276 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 46,906 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 46,101 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 45,082 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 41,993 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 40,832 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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N397 XKJ is a 1996 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 N397 XKJ, 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 N397 XKJ?

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What year was N397 XKJ registered?

N397 XKJ is a 1996 BMW R Series, first registered on 2 April 1996.

Is N397 XKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N397 XKJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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