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M865 VNM

1995 BMW K Series

Green Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

59,528 mi
Last recorded59,528 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1995 BMW K Series47,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM865 VNM
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 59,528 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2025 59,528 miles

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Fail 3 Jul 2025 59,473 miles

Front Brake hose excessively stretched (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jun 2018 54,387 miles
Fail 2 May 2018 53,955 miles

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

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

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn Disc bobbins worn (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 23 Jun 2017 48,863 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 48,863 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

clutch lever movement tight

Pass 11 May 2016 46,345 miles

clutch verey heavy

Fail 10 May 2016 46,345 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

clutch verey heavy

Pass 5 May 2015 44,002 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 43,413 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 41,267 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2012 38,318 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 37,754 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 37,077 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 36,045 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 34,743 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 34,284 miles

front brake disc rollers worn ( not excessive )

rear brake pedal corroded ( not excessive )

Pass 19 May 2006 33,055 miles
Fail 13 May 2006 33,029 miles

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

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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M865 VNM is a 1995 BMW K Series in Green with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 M865 VNM, 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 M865 VNM registered?

M865 VNM is a 1995 BMW K Series, first registered on 21 June 1995.

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