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N832 BWE

1996 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

72,042 mi
Last recorded72,042 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2018
Typical for 1996 BMW R Series45,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN832 BWE
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2018 72,042 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 71,672 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 71,330 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 68,755 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 67,366 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 66,351 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 65,369 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 63,581 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2011 63,581 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2010 60,727 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2009 50,023 miles

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 50,023 miles

Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 48,775 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 46,845 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2006 42,182 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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N832 BWE is a 1996 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 N832 BWE, 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 N832 BWE registered?

N832 BWE is a 1996 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 April 1996.

Is N832 BWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N832 BWE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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