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M142 MPE

1995 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

60,331 mi
Last recorded60,331 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 1995 BMW K Series47,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM142 MPE
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 60,331 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 May 2019 59,738 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 58,794 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 30 May 2018 58,794 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 18 May 2017 57,867 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 17 May 2016 57,042 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 56,168 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 56,168 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2014 55,434 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 54,855 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 53,715 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 51,850 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 50,383 miles

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

Fail 8 May 2010 50,383 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2009 47,843 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 46,003 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 45,333 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 43,451 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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M142 MPE is a 1995 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1995 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 47,004 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 M142 MPE, 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 31 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M142 MPE registered?

M142 MPE is a 1995 BMW K Series, first registered on 2 June 1995.

Is M142 MPE safe to buy?

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