MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
55,028 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))
Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
has cut in rear tyre that is not reaching the cords
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
has cut in rear tyre that is not reaching the cords
Rear Lower Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)
Front Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)
Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear Lower Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6) DANGEROUS
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a) DANGEROUS
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
How Reliable is the BMW K Series?
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N357 OYN is a 1996 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.
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 N357 OYN, 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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N357 OYN is a 1996 BMW K Series, first registered on 8 March 1996.
Is N357 OYN safe to buy?
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