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N42 YNE

1995 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

67,623 mi
Last recorded67,623 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2009
Typical for 1995 BMW K Series47,004 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN42 YNE
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2009 67,623 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 57,918 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2007 51,446 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 20 Apr 2007 51,428 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 10 Feb 2006 49,095 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2006 49,095 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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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N42 YNE is a 1995 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1995 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 47,004 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 N42 YNE, 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 31 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N42 YNE registered?

N42 YNE is a 1995 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is N42 YNE safe to buy?

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