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N834 BWE

1996 BMW R1100

Blue Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

109,099 mi
Last recorded109,099 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1996 BMW R110047,064 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN834 BWE
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 109,099 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 108,560 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 107,027 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 105,587 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2020 105,587 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2013 104,741 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 104,148 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 102,489 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R1100?

Based on 53,146 MOT tests across 4,232 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
1,091
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
4,232
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 685
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 341
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 319
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 310
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 282
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N834 BWE is a 1996 BMW R1100 in Blue with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1996 BMW R1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 47,064 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R1100 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 685 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N834 BWE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this BMW R1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N834 BWE registered?

N834 BWE is a 1996 BMW R1100, first registered on 1 April 1996.

Is N834 BWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N834 BWE shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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