MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
82,512 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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bar rubbers worn
Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Nearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Steering operation impeded by a leg shield (2.1.4 (e))
Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit both sides (1.1.13 (a))
Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Front Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)
head lamp lense has slight damage (not affecting image patern)
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)
Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)
Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
abs warning lights staying on!
Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.2.B2a)
Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)
How Reliable is the BMW K Series?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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N48 SPR is a 1996 BMW K Series in Maroon with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.
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 N48 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.
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What year was N48 SPR registered?
N48 SPR is a 1996 BMW K Series, first registered on 24 May 1996.
Is N48 SPR safe to buy?
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