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N470 JRE

1996 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

50,625 mi
Last recorded50,625 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2018
Typical for 1996 BMW R Series45,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN470 JRE
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2018 50,625 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 49,533 miles

Central Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Upper hose. Lower Ferrell corroded. under front mudguard (3.2.B3b)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Lower hose. upper Ferrell corroded. under front mudguard (3.2.B3b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Lower hose. upper Ferrell corroded. under front mudguard (3.2.B3b)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 49,417 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 47,776 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 46,337 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 44,878 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 43,302 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

O/S/f ind lense crack

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Fail 8 Mar 2011 41,523 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 41,523 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 34,748 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 31,670 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 31,352 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 30,501 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2007 30,486 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2006 29,603 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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N470 JRE is a 1996 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 N470 JRE, 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 N470 JRE registered?

N470 JRE is a 1996 BMW R Series, first registered on 24 May 1996.

Is N470 JRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N470 JRE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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