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N732 WBR

1996 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

51,762 mi
Last recorded51,762 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 1996 BMW R Series45,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN732 WBR
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 51,762 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2025 51,296 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 50,758 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 50,132 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 49,383 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 48,932 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 48,381 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Feb 2019 47,799 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 47,234 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 46,679 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 46,228 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 45,857 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 45,504 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 44,720 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 43,908 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 42,398 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 39,309 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 May 2006 36,727 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2006 36,722 miles

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

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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N732 WBR is a 1996 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 N732 WBR, 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 N732 WBR?

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What year was N732 WBR registered?

N732 WBR is a 1996 BMW R Series, first registered on 25 April 1996.

Is N732 WBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N732 WBR shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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