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N859 TPG

1996 BMW R100

Grey Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

32,462 mi
Last recorded32,462 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1996 BMW R10032,079 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN859 TPG
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 32,462 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 31,235 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 26,253 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 26,170 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 23,299 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 19,861 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 18,738 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 17,470 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 16,104 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 15,886 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 15,874 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 15,730 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 15,532 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 15,520 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 15,503 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 15,348 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 15,130 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 15,049 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 15,049 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2007 14,836 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 Dec 2007 14,836 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 14,613 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Dec 2005 14,358 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R100?

Based on 26,387 MOT tests across 3,036 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
625
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
3,036
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 222
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 145
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 123
Horn not working 86
Headlamp aim too low 65
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N859 TPG is a 1996 BMW R100 in Grey with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1996 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.1% with a typical mileage of 32,079 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 R100 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 222 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N859 TPG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R100 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 30 years old, this BMW R100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N859 TPG registered?

N859 TPG is a 1996 BMW R100, first registered on 12 January 1996.

Is N859 TPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N859 TPG shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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