MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
93,405 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)
Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
advise front pads removed and cleaned
front stantions pitted
slight front brake bind
Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Slight notch in steering head bearings ( Not Excessive )
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the BMW K Series?
Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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N194 VJM is a 1996 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
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 N194 VJM, 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 N194 VJM registered?
N194 VJM is a 1996 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 March 1996.
Is N194 VJM safe to buy?
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