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N171 GRE

1996 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

64,767 mi
Last recorded64,767 miles
Recorded on18 May 2016
Typical for 1996 BMW K Series48,286 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN171 GRE
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2016 64,767 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 64,540 miles

nuetral light stays on at time of test

Pass 23 Sep 2013 62,025 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 61,029 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 59,609 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 54,204 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 54,204 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2009 47,772 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 10 Sep 2009 47,772 miles

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

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 42,529 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 41,876 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2007 41,876 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 4 Aug 2006 37,012 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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N171 GRE is a 1996 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 N171 GRE, 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 N171 GRE registered?

N171 GRE is a 1996 BMW K Series, first registered on 8 February 1996.

Is N171 GRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N171 GRE shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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