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N558 YTF

1996 BMW K Series

Green Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

44,583 mi
Last recorded44,583 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 BMW K Series48,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN558 YTF
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 44,583 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 44,061 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 43,762 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

both front and rear tyres have uneven wear.

Pass 5 Sep 2022 39,591 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2022 39,591 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 38,845 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 38,834 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 38,648 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 38,318 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 37,580 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 34,562 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 34,235 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2013 34,052 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 33,744 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 33,730 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 33,578 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 33,425 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2009 33,425 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2008 33,251 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 32,927 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2007 32,927 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 2 Oct 2006 32,531 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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N558 YTF is a 1996 BMW K Series in Green with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 N558 YTF, 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 N558 YTF?

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What year was N558 YTF registered?

N558 YTF is a 1996 BMW K Series, first registered on 22 March 1996.

Is N558 YTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N558 YTF shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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