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N676 BJA

1996 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,319 mi
Last recorded84,319 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2017
Typical for 1996 BMW R Series45,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN676 BJA
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 28 Dec 2017 84,319 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 77,315 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 70,613 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 21 Nov 2014 65,002 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 53,073 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2012 43,228 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 39,138 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 Sep 2010 36,758 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 27,849 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 24,125 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 2,274 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 21,534 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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N676 BJA is a 1996 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N676 BJA, 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 N676 BJA registered?

N676 BJA is a 1996 BMW R Series, first registered on 3 May 1996.

Is N676 BJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N676 BJA shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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