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E168 DSO

1988 BMW K Series

Beige Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Dec 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

32,456 mi
Last recorded32,456 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2019
Typical for 1988 BMW K Series53,221 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE168 DSO
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1988
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2019 32,456 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2018 28,142 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 May 2016 27,611 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 23,908 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 20,894 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 20,200 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2010 20,021 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 19,559 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 19,559 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 19,212 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2006 18,264 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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E168 DSO is a 1988 BMW K Series in Beige with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 E168 DSO, 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 E168 DSO registered?

E168 DSO is a 1988 BMW K Series, first registered on 8 April 1988.

Is E168 DSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for E168 DSO shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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