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N563 OYX

1996 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

62,762 mi
Last recorded62,762 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2023
Typical for 1996 BMW R Series45,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN563 OYX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2023 62,762 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 62,678 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2022 62,678 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Mar 2021 62,417 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 62,039 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 61,652 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 61,315 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 61,152 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 60,522 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 58,901 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 57,527 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 56,404 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 55,204 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2012 55,204 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 53,913 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 50,151 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2008 49,213 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2007 47,531 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 47,531 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Feb 2006 47,276 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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N563 OYX is a 1996 BMW R Series in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 N563 OYX, 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 N563 OYX?

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What year was N563 OYX registered?

N563 OYX is a 1996 BMW R Series, first registered on 20 March 1996.

Is N563 OYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N563 OYX shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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