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N912 PUV

1996 BMW R100

Grey Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

42,465 mi
Last recorded42,465 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1996 BMW R10032,079 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN912 PUV
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 42,465 miles
Fail 26 May 2026 42,465 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2025 42,348 miles

Central Lower Oil leak

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 May 2024 41,632 miles

Central Minor Oil leak from sump area

Pass 11 May 2023 41,177 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 May 2022 40,686 miles

Central Front Lower slight oil leak from sump gasket

Central Front front suspension had reduced dampening

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 May 2021 39,214 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 39,035 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 38,453 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 37,373 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 35,570 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 31,754 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2015 31,744 miles

Offside Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies foot control (1.3.1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion both sides (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 31,330 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 30,863 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 30,863 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 29,898 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 28,195 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 27,577 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 25,433 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 22,004 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2006 20,071 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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N912 PUV is a 1996 BMW R100 in Grey with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 N912 PUV, 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

How do I check the history of N912 PUV?

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What year was N912 PUV registered?

N912 PUV is a 1996 BMW R100, first registered on 1 May 1996.

Is N912 PUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N912 PUV shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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