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N120 MCW

1996 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,854 mi
Last recorded54,854 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 1996 BMW K Series48,286 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN120 MCW
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 13 May 2025 54,854 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 54,065 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 49,160 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 44,855 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 41,167 miles

Central Front slight play in handlebar mounting bushes

Pass 4 Oct 2019 38,233 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit front inner brake pads close to 1mm (1.1.13 (a))

slight play in handlebar mounts

Pass 1 Sep 2018 34,803 miles

Slight play in rear drive pivot pin.

Pass 20 Apr 2017 34,420 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 33,090 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 32,902 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 30,784 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 27,873 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 25,960 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 22,999 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 21,326 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 19,686 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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N120 MCW is a 1996 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N120 MCW, 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

How do I check the history of N120 MCW?

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What year was N120 MCW registered?

N120 MCW is a 1996 BMW K Series, first registered on 24 June 1996.

Is N120 MCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N120 MCW shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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