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N425 BVR

1996 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

64,303 mi
Last recorded64,303 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 BMW R Series45,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN425 BVR
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 64,303 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 63,733 miles

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

Fail 26 Jul 2024 63,719 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp not working from front brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2023 62,696 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 62,475 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 62,065 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 61,813 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 61,809 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 61,789 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 61,217 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 56,613 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 54,842 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 51,168 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 48,719 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 44,166 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 41,771 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 38,118 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 37,104 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 36,710 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 35,175 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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N425 BVR is a 1996 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 N425 BVR, 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 N425 BVR registered?

N425 BVR is a 1996 BMW R Series, first registered on 22 March 1996.

Is N425 BVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N425 BVR shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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