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N341 GWC

1996 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

52,571 mi
Last recorded52,571 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2020
Typical for 1996 BMW K Series48,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN341 GWC
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2020 52,571 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 51,912 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2017 51,874 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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 10 Sep 2016 50,868 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 50,437 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 48,884 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 48,404 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 46,432 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 43,713 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 40,191 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 26,523 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 24,334 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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N341 GWC is a 1996 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 N341 GWC, 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 N341 GWC registered?

N341 GWC is a 1996 BMW K Series, first registered on 16 May 1996.

Is N341 GWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N341 GWC shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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