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N356 PHX

1996 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

35,308 mi
Last recorded35,308 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2014
Typical for 1996 BMW K Series48,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN356 PHX
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2014 35,308 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 7 Jul 2014 35,304 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 5 Jun 2013 34,008 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 31,364 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Jun 2011 28,213 miles
Fail 6 May 2010 26,515 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 6 May 2010 26,515 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 24,333 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 18,275 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 18,246 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Nearside Front Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Mar 2007 16,435 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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N356 PHX is a 1996 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 N356 PHX, 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 N356 PHX registered?

N356 PHX is a 1996 BMW K Series, first registered on 25 March 1996.

Is N356 PHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N356 PHX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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