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N427 PYM

1996 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2017
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

14,878 mi
Last recorded14,878 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2016
Typical for 1996 BMW R Series45,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN427 PYM
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2016 14,878 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

Pass 25 May 2007 140,486 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2007 132,703 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2007 132,703 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

Centre stand spring weak

Pass 16 Feb 2006 132,548 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2006 132,548 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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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N427 PYM is a 1996 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 N427 PYM, 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 N427 PYM registered?

N427 PYM is a 1996 BMW R Series, first registered on 23 March 1996.

Is N427 PYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N427 PYM shows 6 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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