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K100 GFK

1996 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

40,262 mi
Last recorded40,262 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2021
Typical for 1996 BMW K Series48,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK100 GFK
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2021 40,262 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit feathering on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Disc Worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 38,313 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2018 38,313 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 38,194 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2017 37,001 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2016 36,919 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 33,514 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 29,002 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 25,172 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 22,828 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 20,747 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 15,540 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 15,253 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 15,115 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2008 14,991 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2008 14,989 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2005 14,954 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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K100 GFK is a 1996 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1996 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 48,286 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 K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K100 GFK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 30 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K100 GFK registered?

K100 GFK is a 1996 BMW K Series, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is K100 GFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for K100 GFK shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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