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N860 FSX

1996 BMW R1100

Maroon Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

52,087 mi
Last recorded52,087 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1996 BMW R110047,064 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN860 FSX
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 52,087 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 51,526 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 50,632 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 49,665 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 49,459 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 48,980 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 48,108 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 47,530 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 46,647 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 45,402 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 44,771 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 44,066 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 43,407 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2012 43,061 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 42,002 miles

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

Fail 11 May 2011 42,002 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 7 May 2010 41,074 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 5 May 2009 35,649 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2008 28,990 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 10 May 2007 22,377 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 15,500 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2005 9,691 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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N860 FSX is a 1996 BMW R1100 in Maroon with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 N860 FSX, 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 N860 FSX registered?

N860 FSX is a 1996 BMW R1100, first registered on 25 April 1996.

Is N860 FSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N860 FSX shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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