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C257 NGJ

1996 BMW K75

Blue Petrol 740cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

148,010 mi
Last recorded148,010 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2015
Typical for 1996 BMW K7554,649 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC257 NGJ
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine740cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2015 148,010 miles

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

rear tyre has small cracks in centre of tyre

Pass 22 Aug 2014 147,704 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2013 146,934 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 10 Sep 2013 14,693 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 142,578 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2011 136,193 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 131,423 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2007 126,714 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 123,925 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K75?

Based on 20,132 MOT tests across 2,071 vehicles.

87.4%
Pass Rate
898
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
2,071
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 217
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 149
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 147
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 128
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 121
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C257 NGJ is a 1996 BMW K75 in Blue with a 740cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1996 BMW K75 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 54,649 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW K75 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 217 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C257 NGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K75 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 30 years old, this BMW K75 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C257 NGJ registered?

C257 NGJ is a 1996 BMW K75, first registered on 16 July 1996.

Is C257 NGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C257 NGJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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