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D290 SHS

1987 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

52,198 mi
Last recorded52,198 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2022
Typical for 1987 BMW K Series55,117 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD290 SHS
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1987
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2022 52,198 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 48,400 miles

battery tray slighty loose

oil leak from bottom of engine

Pass 8 Jun 2019 64,728 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 39,185 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 33,985 miles

Rear tyre sidewalls badly perished/ cracked

Pass 29 Aug 2016 33,546 miles

Rear tyre has slight cracking on side wall

Pass 29 Aug 2015 31,859 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 31,746 miles

tyre dry cracking

Pass 24 Aug 2012 30,363 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2010 29,808 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2009 28,942 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 28,201 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 27,127 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 23,980 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2005 23,965 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Throttle cable returning very slowly

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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D290 SHS is a 1987 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1987 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 55,117 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 D290 SHS, 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 39 years old, this BMW K Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D290 SHS?

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What year was D290 SHS registered?

D290 SHS is a 1987 BMW K Series, first registered on 3 April 1987.

Is D290 SHS safe to buy?

The MOT history for D290 SHS shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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