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N712 WBR

1996 BMW R1100

Grey Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

35,649 mi
Last recorded35,649 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 BMW R110047,064 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN712 WBR
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 35,649 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 35,637 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 6 Jun 2022 35,637 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 35,323 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 35,149 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 33,946 miles

Rear Registration plate delaminating at top edges

Fail 17 May 2016 33,946 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be released smoothly lever pivot sticking (3.1.3d)

Rear Registration plate delaminating at top edges

Pass 17 Oct 2014 33,793 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 32,323 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 31,391 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 31,253 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 31,006 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 31,006 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 14 May 2009 29,069 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 25,583 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2007 19,024 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 7,714 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R1100?

Based on 53,146 MOT tests across 4,232 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
1,091
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
4,232
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 685
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 341
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 319
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 310
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 282
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N712 WBR is a 1996 BMW R1100 in Grey with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1996 BMW R1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 47,064 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 R1100 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 685 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N712 WBR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this BMW R1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N712 WBR registered?

N712 WBR is a 1996 BMW R1100, first registered on 25 April 1996.

Is N712 WBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N712 WBR shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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