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N492 PYK

1996 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

44,676 mi
Last recorded44,676 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2019
Typical for 1996 BMW K Series48,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN492 PYK
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2019 44,676 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 42,347 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 40,732 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 39,114 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2015 31,708 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 31,708 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 38,897 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2013 36,440 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 33,244 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 31,076 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 28,245 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2009 23,359 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 21,219 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2008 20,613 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 17,870 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 16,138 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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N492 PYK is a 1996 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N492 PYK, 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 N492 PYK registered?

N492 PYK is a 1996 BMW K Series, first registered on 4 July 1996.

Is N492 PYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N492 PYK shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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