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N162 VUP

1995 BMW K Series

Maroon Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

33,657 mi
Last recorded33,657 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 1995 BMW K Series47,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN162 VUP
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1995
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 33,657 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 33,606 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 33,578 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 33,497 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 31,884 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 31,403 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 31,349 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 31,317 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 31,223 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 30,597 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 29,503 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2014 27,972 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 26,008 miles

front brake light switch was sticking.

Pass 3 Aug 2012 23,792 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 20,665 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 19,098 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 15,286 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 15,123 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 14,773 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2006 14,164 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 14,164 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2005 13,779 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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N162 VUP is a 1995 BMW K Series in Maroon with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 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 N162 VUP, 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 N162 VUP registered?

N162 VUP is a 1995 BMW K Series, first registered on 31 August 1995.

Is N162 VUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N162 VUP shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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