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N815 FSX

1996 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2009
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

63,448 mi
Last recorded63,448 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2008
Typical for 1996 BMW R Series45,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN815 FSX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2008 63,448 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 56,066 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 21 Sep 2007 56,052 miles

Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii) DANGEROUS

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

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2006 49,358 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2005 42,031 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2005 41,848 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

rear tyre has a nail/object in the tread

Pass 16 Jul 2005 41,848 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

rear tyre has a nail/object in the tread

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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N815 FSX is a 1996 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 N815 FSX, 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 N815 FSX registered?

N815 FSX is a 1996 BMW R Series, first registered on 7 May 1996.

Is N815 FSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N815 FSX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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