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E154 WWL

1988 BMW K Series

Beige Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

145,832 mi
Last recorded145,832 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2012
Typical for 1988 BMW K Series53,221 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE154 WWL
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1988
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 1 Aug 2012 145,832 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 143,552 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 141,281 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 139,202 miles

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

speedo not working on test ride

Pass 13 Feb 2008 137,993 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Jan 2007 13,587 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2006 132,743 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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E154 WWL is a 1988 BMW K Series in Beige with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E154 WWL, 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.

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What year was E154 WWL registered?

E154 WWL is a 1988 BMW K Series, first registered on 27 January 1988.

Is E154 WWL safe to buy?

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