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N891 WBR

1996 BMW R1100

Green Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

48,484 mi
Last recorded48,484 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2023
Typical for 1996 BMW R110047,064 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN891 WBR
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2023 48,484 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2022 48,415 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 48,359 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 48,287 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 48,214 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2019 48,214 miles

Central Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 47,970 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2018 47,970 miles

Central Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Central Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Dec 2013 47,545 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 47,184 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 46,005 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 3 Jul 2010 41,409 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 36,718 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 33,393 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 27,092 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 19,636 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2005 1,715 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2005 17,513 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

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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N891 WBR is a 1996 BMW R1100 in Green with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N891 WBR, 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 N891 WBR registered?

N891 WBR is a 1996 BMW R1100, first registered on 9 May 1996.

Is N891 WBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N891 WBR shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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