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M23 DEU

1995 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

47,769 mi
Last recorded47,769 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2019
Typical for 1995 BMW K Series47,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM23 DEU
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2019 47,769 miles

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Fail 12 Aug 2019 47,769 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 47,615 miles

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

Fail 27 Jul 2018 47,602 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2016 47,386 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 46,811 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 45,825 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2012 44,651 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2011 43,832 miles

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

seat not locking

Fail 23 Jun 2011 43,832 miles

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

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

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

seat not locking

Pass 11 Sep 2009 43,274 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 42,800 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 42,314 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 41,655 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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M23 DEU is a 1995 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 M23 DEU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M23 DEU registered?

M23 DEU is a 1995 BMW K Series, first registered on 6 May 1995.

Is M23 DEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for M23 DEU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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