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P483 EUK

1996 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

46,928 mi
Last recorded46,928 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2018
Typical for 1996 BMW K Series48,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP483 EUK
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2018 46,928 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 46,796 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2017 46,791 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2017 46,791 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2016 46,222 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 43,961 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 43,961 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2014 43,463 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 42,524 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 41,627 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 40,734 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 39,044 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2010 39,038 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Pass 3 Feb 2009 36,851 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 35,091 miles

rear portion of front mudguard missing

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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P483 EUK is a 1996 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P483 EUK, 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 P483 EUK registered?

P483 EUK is a 1996 BMW K Series, first registered on 12 December 1996.

Is P483 EUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P483 EUK shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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