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P562 ERJ

1996 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

68,011 mi
Last recorded68,011 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2013
Typical for 1996 BMW K Series48,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP562 ERJ
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2013 68,011 miles

Oil leak

Fail 11 Sep 2012 67,347 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2012 67,347 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2011 62,275 miles

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

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

Front Spot Lamps fitted @ time of test ; offside lamp in/op

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2011 62,275 miles

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

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

Front Spot Lamps fitted @ time of test ; offside lamp in/op

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

Pass 25 Aug 2010 60,585 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 59,160 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 Aug 2008 58,235 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 54,940 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 54,436 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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P562 ERJ is a 1996 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 P562 ERJ, 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 P562 ERJ registered?

P562 ERJ is a 1996 BMW K Series, first registered on 8 August 1996.

Is P562 ERJ safe to buy?

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