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P635 OBM

1996 BMW K Series

White Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

2,680 mi
Last recorded2,680 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 1996 BMW K Series48,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP635 OBM
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 2,680 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 282 miles
Pass 28 May 2021
Pass 19 Aug 2019 58,804 miles

Handlebar rubbers slight play

Rear Rear caliper binding

Pass 10 Aug 2017 58,771 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2017 58,771 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 58,727 miles

Front Slightly binding

Rear Brake Switch working intermitently

Pass 5 Nov 2014 58,547 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2013 58,120 miles

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

Front tyre has slight cracking.

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 21 Sep 2013 58,120 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Offside Front Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Front disc bobbins slightly worn.

Front tyre slight cracking.

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Oct 2012 57,517 miles

Front disc bobbins slightly worn.

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 24 Sep 2011 56,916 miles

Front disc bobbins slightly worn.

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2010 54,742 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 53,669 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 52,564 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 17 Sep 2008 52,564 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 52,028 miles

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

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

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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P635 OBM is a 1996 BMW K Series in White with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 P635 OBM, 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 P635 OBM registered?

P635 OBM is a 1996 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P635 OBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P635 OBM shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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