CarVerify

Free Car Check

N419 BDP

1996 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1092cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

68,459 mi
Last recorded68,459 miles
Recorded on17 May 2016
Typical for 1996 BMW K Series48,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationN419 BDP
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 May 2016 68,459 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2016 68,455 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2015 55,992 miles

Brake master cylinder slightly corroded (3.2.B1b)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 11 Apr 2015 55,992 miles

Brake master cylinder slightly corroded (3.2.B1b)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside 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 10 May 2014 55,475 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Fail 10 May 2014 55,475 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2013 54,834 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 54,573 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2011 53,287 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 52,750 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 49,871 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 46,652 miles

Front brake sticking slightley

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 4 Apr 2007 33,770 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 27,442 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
Full BMW K Series reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

N419 BDP is a 1996 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 N419 BDP, 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 N419 BDP?

You can check the full history of N419 BDP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was N419 BDP registered?

N419 BDP is a 1996 BMW K Series, first registered on 13 June 1996.

Is N419 BDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N419 BDP shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N419 BDP have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on N419 BDP. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.