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N213 PYF

1996 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

16,833 mi
Last recorded16,833 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2009
Typical for 1996 BMW K Series48,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN213 PYF
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2009 16,833 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 16,816 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 16,814 miles

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 16,473 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2006 16,071 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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N213 PYF is a 1996 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 N213 PYF, 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

How do I check the history of N213 PYF?

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What year was N213 PYF registered?

N213 PYF is a 1996 BMW K Series, first registered on 24 June 1996.

Is N213 PYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N213 PYF shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N213 PYF have outstanding finance?

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