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N919 EJC

1996 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

41,660 mi
Last recorded41,660 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 BMW R Series45,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN919 EJC
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 41,660 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 28 May 2024 39,965 miles

Front tyre starting to wear uneven

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit outer pad (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 38,557 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 37,487 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Cracking slightly. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 36,176 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit also worn uneven (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 34,025 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 32,248 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2017 32,228 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2016 26,401 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 29 May 2015 24,669 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2014 23,980 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 23,104 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 22,296 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2011 21,657 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2011 21,657 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 21,485 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 20,855 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 19,251 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 18,891 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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N919 EJC is a 1996 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1996 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 45,396 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N919 EJC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N919 EJC registered?

N919 EJC is a 1996 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 June 1996.

Is N919 EJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N919 EJC shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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