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N196 CFA

1995 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

41,659 mi
Last recorded41,659 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2012
Typical for 1995 BMW K Series47,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN196 CFA
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1995
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 1 Mar 2012 41,659 miles

Front 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))

Pass 1 Mar 2012 41,659 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2011 36,205 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 36,205 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2010 34,176 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 32,961 miles

ABS not working.

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

Pass 17 Jan 2008 32,373 miles

ABS front and rear not working.

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 1 Dec 2006 31,405 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2006 31,395 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2005 24,832 miles

Front 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.

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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N196 CFA is a 1995 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 N196 CFA, 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 N196 CFA registered?

N196 CFA is a 1995 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is N196 CFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N196 CFA shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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