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E161 LBR

1988 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

5,356 mi
Last recorded5,356 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2022
Typical for 1988 BMW K Series53,221 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE161 LBR
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2022 5,356 miles

Slightly reduced number plate digit size.

Pass 12 May 2018 86,140 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 83,878 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 82,215 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 82,098 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 77,532 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 74,200 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 72,012 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2009 68,219 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Rear position lamp obscured more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Pass 3 Aug 2009 68,219 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 67,299 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 Jul 2007 65,150 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 65,150 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Fail 21 Jun 2007 65,115 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 Mar 2006 50,504 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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E161 LBR is a 1988 BMW K Series in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 E161 LBR, 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 E161 LBR registered?

E161 LBR is a 1988 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 April 1988.

Is E161 LBR safe to buy?

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