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N797 JMB

1995 BMW K Series

Maroon Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

67,004 mi
Last recorded67,004 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2018
Typical for 1995 BMW K Series47,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN797 JMB
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1995
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2018 67,004 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively floating (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 13 Aug 2018 66,940 miles

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

Brake disc worn, but not excessively floating (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2017 65,108 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 64,961 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2016 64,961 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 63,367 miles

advise front brake discs bobbins slightly worn

Fail 10 Jul 2013 63,269 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 63,269 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 63,246 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 59,425 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2011 56,551 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 51,169 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 13 Jun 2009 40,850 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2008 36,528 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 36,507 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 34,770 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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N797 JMB is a 1995 BMW K Series in Maroon with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1995 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 47,004 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 N797 JMB, 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 31 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N797 JMB registered?

N797 JMB is a 1995 BMW K Series, first registered on 31 December 1995.

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