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P738 GCC

1996 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

53,246 mi
Last recorded53,246 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2019
Typical for 1996 BMW K Series48,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP738 GCC
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2019 53,246 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 48,759 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 42,478 miles

Front tyre feathering slightly

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

Pass 23 May 2013 41,118 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 39,694 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 37,875 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 37,519 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 35,067 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 31,029 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 28,783 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 25,061 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 25,061 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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P738 GCC is a 1996 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P738 GCC, 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 P738 GCC registered?

P738 GCC is a 1996 BMW K Series, first registered on 24 December 1996.

Is P738 GCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P738 GCC shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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