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P499 EUK

1996 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

67,640 mi
Last recorded67,640 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 BMW K Series48,286 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP499 EUK
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 67,640 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 65,431 miles

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

advise the front tyre sidewalls are heavily perished and there is some perishing in the tread block area

Pass 10 Jun 2014 62,150 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 59,095 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 25 May 2012 53,696 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 52,833 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Fail 2 Jun 2011 52,824 miles

Front Lower Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 5 Jun 2010 50,193 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 49,094 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 46,827 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2008 46,820 miles

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

Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)

Pass 10 Feb 2007 44,753 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 28 Jan 2006 41,407 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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P499 EUK is a 1996 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 P499 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.

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What year was P499 EUK registered?

P499 EUK is a 1996 BMW K Series, first registered on 5 August 1996.

Is P499 EUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P499 EUK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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