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N724 BKP

1996 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

94,160 mi
Last recorded94,160 miles
Recorded on25 May 2021
Typical for 1996 BMW R Series45,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN724 BKP
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 May 2021 94,160 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2020 93,748 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 92,555 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2018 91,142 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 91,139 miles

Front brake binding slightly not bad enough to fail or effect brake test

slight free play in final drive

Pass 1 Sep 2015 85,607 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 76,634 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 72,563 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 71,222 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 69,082 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Fail 9 Jul 2011 69,079 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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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N724 BKP is a 1996 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 N724 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

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What year was N724 BKP registered?

N724 BKP is a 1996 BMW R Series, first registered on 19 April 1996.

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The MOT history for N724 BKP shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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