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M43 LPJ

1995 BMW K Series

Maroon Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

51,440 mi
Last recorded51,440 miles
Recorded on18 May 2016
Typical for 1995 BMW K Series47,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM43 LPJ
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1995
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 18 May 2016 51,440 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 57,431 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Fail 14 Mar 2015 51,422 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2014 51,350 miles

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

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Fail 7 Mar 2014 51,350 miles

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

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 51,234 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2012 50,855 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 50,840 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 50,417 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 Oct 2009 49,854 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 47,913 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2008 4,790 miles

Front Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Feb 2007 39,801 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 38,393 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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M43 LPJ is a 1995 BMW K Series in Maroon with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 M43 LPJ, 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 M43 LPJ registered?

M43 LPJ is a 1995 BMW K Series, first registered on 22 June 1995.

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