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K1 JNF

1994 BMW 5 Series

Green Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2009
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1994 BMW 5 Series141,260 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK1 JNF
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2008

drivers speedo does not show total miles on dash

Fail 16 Jul 2008

Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

drivers speedo does not show total miles on dash

Fail 22 Mar 2006

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

steering rack slighty worn

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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K1 JNF is a 1994 BMW 5 Series in Green with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1994 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 141,260 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 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K1 JNF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 32 years old, this BMW 5 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K1 JNF?

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What year was K1 JNF registered?

K1 JNF is a 1994 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 21 September 1994.

Is K1 JNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for K1 JNF shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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