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N495 UPA

1996 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

34,474 mi
Last recorded34,474 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 BMW R Series45,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN495 UPA
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 34,474 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 34,456 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 34,286 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 31,336 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 30,802 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 30,608 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 30,608 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 29,266 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 28,886 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 27,988 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 26,784 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 23,772 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 19,855 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 18,514 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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N495 UPA is a 1996 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 N495 UPA, 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 N495 UPA?

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What year was N495 UPA registered?

N495 UPA is a 1996 BMW R Series, first registered on 15 April 1996.

Is N495 UPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N495 UPA shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N495 UPA have outstanding finance?

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