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E165 LBR

1988 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

85,272 mi
Last recorded85,272 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2012
Typical for 1988 BMW K Series53,221 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE165 LBR
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2012 85,272 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 82,468 miles

rear brake disc has slight play

Pass 18 Apr 2010 80,354 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 80,217 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 80,217 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2008 79,694 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2007 79,101 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 78,782 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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E165 LBR is a 1988 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 E165 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 E165 LBR registered?

E165 LBR is a 1988 BMW K Series, first registered on 27 January 1988.

Is E165 LBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E165 LBR shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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