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N103 KWW

1996 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

53,657 mi
Last recorded53,657 miles
Recorded on29 May 2024
Typical for 1996 BMW K Series48,286 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN103 KWW
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2024 53,657 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Pass 18 May 2023 52,594 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 51,869 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2022 51,833 miles

Front Wheel excessively distorted over 4mm lateral distortion (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel excessively distorted over 2mm lateral distortion (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 82,338 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 79,491 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 76,548 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 75,301 miles

Engine covers fitted

Pass 6 Jun 2016 74,690 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 73,099 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 71,506 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 70,315 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 68,458 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 65,437 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 62,837 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 60,150 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 57,042 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 52,998 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2006 43,572 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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N103 KWW is a 1996 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1996 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 48,286 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 N103 KWW, 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 30 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 N103 KWW registered?

N103 KWW is a 1996 BMW K Series, first registered on 9 April 1996.

Is N103 KWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N103 KWW shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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