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E184 GPH

1988 BMW K Series

Beige Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

72,595 mi
Last recorded72,595 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2017
Typical for 1988 BMW K Series53,221 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE184 GPH
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1988
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2017 72,595 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2015 71,159 miles

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

Oil leak

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

Rear Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 21 Mar 2015 77,147 miles

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

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

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

Oil leak

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

Rear Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 21 Sep 2013 68,880 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

hazard warning lamps not working

Pass 21 Sep 2013 68,880 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

hazard warning lamps not working

Pass 5 Jun 2012 63,807 miles

Offside Rear Lower Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 63,066 miles

Offside Rear Lower Brake master cylinder slightly damaged (3.2.B1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 62,883 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 62,883 miles

Centre Front Upper Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.6)

Centre Rear Upper Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 62,003 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 61,343 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2007 59,631 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 55,819 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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E184 GPH is a 1988 BMW K Series in Beige with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 E184 GPH, 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 E184 GPH registered?

E184 GPH is a 1988 BMW K Series, first registered on 14 April 1988.

Is E184 GPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for E184 GPH shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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