MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
98,769 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp does not work when driving lights on (4.3.3 (b))
Tyre is unsuitable front tyre fitted wrong direction (5.2.3 (a))
slight crack on no plate
Front Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
slight crack on no plate
How Reliable is the BMW K Series?
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P879 OEX is a 1996 BMW K Series in White with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 P879 OEX, 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 P879 OEX registered?
P879 OEX is a 1996 BMW K Series, first registered on 19 December 1996.
Is P879 OEX safe to buy?
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