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N434 HHG

1996 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

43,145 mi
Last recorded43,145 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2014
Typical for 1996 BMW K Series48,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN434 HHG
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Fail 25 Feb 2014 43,145 miles

Front Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 43,145 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 43,139 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2012 42,391 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 40,848 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 40,270 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2010 40,270 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2009 36,857 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 32,904 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 30,507 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 29,826 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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N434 HHG is a 1996 BMW K Series in Silver 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 N434 HHG, 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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How do I check the history of N434 HHG?

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What year was N434 HHG registered?

N434 HHG is a 1996 BMW K Series, first registered on 12 June 1996.

Is N434 HHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N434 HHG 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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