CarVerify

Free Car Check

E131 MUC

1988 BMW K Series

White Petrol 1000cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

29,098 mi
Last recorded29,098 miles
Recorded on14 May 2024
Typical for 1988 BMW K Series53,221 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationE131 MUC
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 May 2024 29,098 miles
Fail 14 May 2024 29,098 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 29,095 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 28,968 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 27,476 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 18,110 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 32,436 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 32,436 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 32,436 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 32,435 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 32,435 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 32,435 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 32,455 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 32,434 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
Full BMW K Series reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

E131 MUC is a 1988 BMW K Series in White with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1988 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 53,221 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 E131 MUC, 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 38 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 E131 MUC?

You can check the full history of E131 MUC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was E131 MUC registered?

E131 MUC is a 1988 BMW K Series, first registered on 15 July 1988.

Is E131 MUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E131 MUC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E131 MUC have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on E131 MUC. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.