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N722 BKP

1996 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

25,916 mi
Last recorded25,916 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1996 BMW R Series45,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN722 BKP
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 25,916 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 25,525 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 25,356 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 24,951 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 24,609 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 24,315 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 24,203 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 24,090 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 25 May 2018 21,586 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 21,169 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 20,766 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 20,300 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 19,691 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 19,132 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 18,547 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 17,692 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 16,943 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 16,943 miles

Centre Front Lower Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 May 2009 16,456 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 1,958 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 15,363 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 14,554 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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N722 BKP is a 1996 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 N722 BKP, 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 N722 BKP?

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What year was N722 BKP registered?

N722 BKP is a 1996 BMW R Series, first registered on 4 May 1996.

Is N722 BKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N722 BKP shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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