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N160 EKD

1996 BMW K Series

White Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2011
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

21,001 mi
Last recorded21,001 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2010
Typical for 1996 BMW K Series48,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN160 EKD
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 26 Apr 2010 21,001 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2010 21,001 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 52,389 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2008 52,205 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2007 39,139 miles

Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Front Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

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

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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N160 EKD is a 1996 BMW K Series in White with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 N160 EKD, 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.

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What year was N160 EKD registered?

N160 EKD is a 1996 BMW K Series, first registered on 18 April 1996.

Is N160 EKD safe to buy?

The MOT history for N160 EKD shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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