1996 BMW R1100 1.1L Petrol · N433 HHG
1996 BMW R1100 (1.1L, petrol). First registered 19/06/1996. Recorded mileage 44,517 miles. MOT valid until 04/12/2026.
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 1996
- Engine
- 1085cc
N433 HHG Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/12/2025
- 44,517 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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N433 HHG Mileage History
- 25/11/202344,274 mi
- 15/11/202444,457 mi+183 mi
- 05/12/202544,517 mi+60 mi
Average of roughly 120 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
N433 HHG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 1996 BMW R1100 (N433 HHG) between November 2023 and December 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
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Our Verdict
This 1996 BMW R1100 is a low-mileage classic with a largely clean MOT record, but buyers should proceed with measured caution due to a single 2021 failure and a gap in testing. It is a sensible purchase for an enthusiast who can verify mechanical condition independently.
Given the 2021 MOT failure with no defect recorded, it is important to confirm with the seller what caused the failure and whether it was an administrative or mechanical issue, as the record does not specify. The gap between the April 2021 failure and the April 2021 pass suggests a quick rectification, but you should ask for any paperwork from that period. Service history is critical on a 1996 machine; seek documented maintenance especially for the shaft drive, brakes and fuel system on this 1085cc unit.
As a 1996 petrol motorcycle with a 1085cc engine, the R1100 will typically return modest fuel economy by modern standards but benefits from classic vehicle road tax rates which are often lower than newer bands. Insurance group data is not provided, but older bikes of this type usually fall into moderate groups for classic policies. Estimated annual running cost including fuel, tax, insurance and basic maintenance is around £500-£800 given the low annual mileage shown in MOT records.
Inspect the motorcycle closely given the 2021-04-17 MOT failure at 41,977 miles, even though no defect was listed — request the failure certificate to understand what was checked. The recent passes from 2023 to 2025 at 44,274, 44,457 and 44,517 miles show no defects, indicating good recent condition, but verify brake operation, tyre condition and lighting as standard for a 30-year-old vehicle. As no model-specific weak points are available from aggregate data, a general inspection by a BMW-trained mechanic is advised for the green 1996 R1100.
The vehicle shows just 44,517 miles on the clock as of its December 2025 MOT pass, which is low for a 30-year-old motorcycle. MOT history is mostly clean with passes in 2023, 2024 and 2025 showing no defects, though a failure was recorded on 2021-04-17 at 41,977 miles with no specific defect listed. No aggregate reliability data exists for the R1100, so condition must be judged on this individual example. The green 1085cc petrol model first registered in June 1996 represents a well-preserved older BMW.
No aggregate MOT data is available for the BMW R1100, so reliability must be assessed from this individual vehicle's history alone.
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