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N911 RFU

1996 BMW R1100

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

71,065 mi
Last recorded71,065 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 BMW R110047,064 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN911 RFU
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 71,065 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2024 69,013 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2024 69,001 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Aug 2023 68,778 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 68,388 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 67,739 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 67,065 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 66,668 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 65,959 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 65,352 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 64,158 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 62,808 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 May 2011 58,718 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 55,818 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2010 55,818 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Feb 2009 51,618 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 49,313 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 39,197 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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N911 RFU is a 1996 BMW R1100 in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 N911 RFU, 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 N911 RFU registered?

N911 RFU is a 1996 BMW R1100, first registered on 22 May 1996.

Is N911 RFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N911 RFU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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