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N703 GNW

1996 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

62,642 mi
Last recorded62,642 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 BMW R Series45,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN703 GNW
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 62,642 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 62,534 miles

Exhaust noisy end can (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 May 2024 62,184 miles

Exhaust noisy end can (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 61,803 miles

Exhaust noisy end can (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Mar 2022 61,803 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy end can (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2021 60,335 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 57,450 miles

Front Braided brake hose has been flattened without any serious damage

Pass 25 May 2018 56,808 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 56,416 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 55,582 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 55,555 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Pass 13 May 2015 54,657 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 53,361 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 51,101 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 51,101 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 8 Jun 2012 50,017 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 50,017 miles
Pass 31 May 2010 49,987 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 49,459 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 46,436 miles
Fail 7 May 2007 45,035 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 7 May 2007 45,035 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 42,260 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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N703 GNW is a 1996 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 N703 GNW, 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 N703 GNW?

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What year was N703 GNW registered?

N703 GNW is a 1996 BMW R Series, first registered on 11 March 1996.

Is N703 GNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N703 GNW shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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