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E215 YFC

1988 BMW K Series

White Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

47,186 mi
Last recorded47,186 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2017
Typical for 1988 BMW K Series53,221 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE215 YFC
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2017 47,186 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 47,043 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 46,769 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2014 46,375 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2012 46,254 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2011 45,733 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2010 63,167 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2010 63,167 miles

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

Rear Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 Jan 2009 55,468 miles

Rear break pads are low 1.6 m

Pass 18 Sep 2007 61,941 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 56,876 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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E215 YFC is a 1988 BMW K Series in White with a 1,000cc 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 E215 YFC, 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 E215 YFC registered?

E215 YFC is a 1988 BMW K Series, first registered on 18 February 1988.

Is E215 YFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E215 YFC 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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