Yes, N696 BKN is taxed. Road tax is currently valid until 1 July 2027 according to DVLA records.

When is the MOT due for N696 BKN?

The MOT for N696 BKN is valid and due for renewal on or before 12 August 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of N696 BKN?

The recorded mileage for N696 BKN is 143,203 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is N696 BKN ULEZ compliant?

No, N696 BKN does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

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1996 BMW 3 Series 2.8L Petrol · N696 BKN

N696 BKN

1996 BMW 3 Series (2.8L, petrol). First registered 01/01/1996. Recorded mileage 143,203 miles. MOT status: Expired. Taxed until 01/07/2027.

Make & Model: BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin: 1996 · Newcastle
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 12/08/2026
Road Tax: Taxed (01/07/2027)
Recorded Mileage: 143,203 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 2.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 12/08/2026

Tax Status

Taxed

Tax due 01/07/2027

Mileage: 143,203 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 1996
Engine: 2793cc

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N696 BKN Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 14/08/2025
143,203 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
3 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

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N696 BKN Mileage History

27/07/2022136,644 mi
28/07/2023140,254 mi+3,610 mi
31/07/2024142,557 mi+2,303 mi
08/08/2025143,203 mi+646 mi
14/08/2025143,203 mi

Average of roughly 2,151 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

N696 BKN MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Sept 2026, 21:34

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1996 BMW 3 Series (N696 BKN) between July 2022 and August 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 14 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (6 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 12 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”; “Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))”; “Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))”.

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