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E245 MUC

1988 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

61,273 mi
Last recorded61,273 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1988 BMW K Series53,221 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE245 MUC
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 61,273 miles

Front tyre starting to crack

Pass 15 Nov 2021 61,194 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

brake fluid low. throttle tight.

Fail 15 Nov 2021 61,194 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

brake fluid low. throttle tight.

Pass 4 Nov 2020 61,111 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 61,060 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 60,753 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 60,435 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2016 59,989 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2015 59,492 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 59,469 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 May 2013 58,677 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 58,666 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 58,283 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2007 58,271 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2006 57,038 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

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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E245 MUC is a 1988 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,000cc 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 E245 MUC, 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 E245 MUC registered?

E245 MUC is a 1988 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 June 1988.

Is E245 MUC safe to buy?

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