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N710 GNW

1996 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

15,016 mi
Last recorded15,016 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 BMW R Series45,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN710 GNW
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 15,016 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 15,004 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 14,885 miles

Battery sidewall damaged from unknown object near rear tyre

Fail 23 May 2023 14,872 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Battery sidewall damaged from unknown object near rear tyre

Pass 21 Aug 2017 14,796 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 14,597 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 14,512 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 14,408 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2014 14,372 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2013 14,109 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2012 13,709 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2011 12,776 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 12,597 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 12,597 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Pass 21 May 2009 12,461 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 12,351 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 11,796 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 11,599 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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N710 GNW is a 1996 BMW R Series in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 N710 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

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What year was N710 GNW registered?

N710 GNW is a 1996 BMW R Series, first registered on 15 January 1996.

Is N710 GNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N710 GNW shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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