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N47 SPR

1996 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

58,237 mi
Last recorded58,237 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2012
Typical for 1996 BMW K Series48,286 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN47 SPR
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 14 Apr 2012 58,237 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 14 Apr 2012 58,237 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 55,074 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 50,787 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 48,648 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 48,648 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2008 47,999 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 46,756 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 43,332 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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N47 SPR is a 1996 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 N47 SPR, 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 N47 SPR?

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What year was N47 SPR registered?

N47 SPR is a 1996 BMW K Series, first registered on 29 May 1996.

Is N47 SPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N47 SPR shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N47 SPR have outstanding finance?

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