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N56 CNV

1996 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

69,241 mi
Last recorded69,241 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 1996 BMW K Series48,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN56 CNV
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 69,241 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2026 69,241 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 Jan 2025 64,240 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2025 69,240 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Jan 2024 69,222 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 68,937 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 67,819 miles

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements front brake switch (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2020 67,053 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 64,593 miles

Long rear brake travel

Fail 25 Feb 2019 64,593 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Long rear brake travel

Pass 8 Feb 2018 64,209 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2018 64,189 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Brake component is fractured (3.1.5)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 63,658 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Nov 2016 63,658 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Fail 5 Aug 2014 62,395 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 62,395 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 59,459 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2013 59,450 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2012 56,001 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 53,798 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 50,218 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 48,338 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 47,259 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 45,795 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 39,070 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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N56 CNV is a 1996 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 N56 CNV, 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

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What year was N56 CNV registered?

N56 CNV is a 1996 BMW K Series, first registered on 19 June 1996.

Is N56 CNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N56 CNV shows 25 tests with a 72% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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