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N845 XRS

1996 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2023
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,175 mi
Last recorded57,175 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2022
Typical for 1996 BMW R Series45,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN845 XRS
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 13 Jun 2022 57,175 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 56,429 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 55,158 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 49,392 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 43,692 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 37,987 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 35,913 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 34,932 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2013 33,890 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 33,250 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 32,284 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 31,754 miles

abs lamps not going out

Pass 8 Aug 2006 30,287 miles

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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N845 XRS is a 1996 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N845 XRS, 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 N845 XRS?

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What year was N845 XRS registered?

N845 XRS is a 1996 BMW R Series, first registered on 16 May 1996.

Is N845 XRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for N845 XRS shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N845 XRS have outstanding finance?

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