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K11 GBS

1996 BMW R Series

Green Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,870 mi
Last recorded94,870 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2009
Typical for 1996 BMW R Series45,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK11 GBS
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2009 94,870 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2008 90,344 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 29 Sep 2008 90,344 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2007 74,303 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2007 74,303 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 59,615 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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K11 GBS is a 1996 BMW R Series in Green with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K11 GBS, 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

How do I check the history of K11 GBS?

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What year was K11 GBS registered?

K11 GBS is a 1996 BMW R Series, first registered on 7 June 1996.

Is K11 GBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for K11 GBS shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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