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E140 VUB

1988 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

23,297 mi
Last recorded23,297 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2022
Typical for 1988 BMW K Series53,221 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE140 VUB
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2022 23,297 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2022 14,449 miles

Rear Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 May 2021 21,166 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 7,093 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 5,668 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2017 3,955 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2016 1,480 miles

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

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 76 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 61,390 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 61,253 miles

Front Handlebar slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

rear tyre,cracks on side walls.

Pass 2 May 2010 60,820 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 58,987 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 57,864 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 56,558 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 55,859 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
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E140 VUB is a 1988 BMW K Series in Black with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 E140 VUB, 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

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What year was E140 VUB registered?

E140 VUB is a 1988 BMW K Series, first registered on 15 April 1988.

Is E140 VUB safe to buy?

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