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E250 BFC

1988 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

62,347 mi
Last recorded62,347 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2025
Typical for 1988 BMW K Series53,221 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE250 BFC
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2025 62,347 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2024 57,685 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2023 56,264 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 56,254 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2019 56,254 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2014 56,207 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2014 56,207 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 54,522 miles

breather pipe poor (air box to crankcase)

noise noted fom rear hub when turned ?

wet test

Pass 16 Nov 2012 54,187 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 54,135 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2011 54,135 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 27 Oct 2010 54,049 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 53,714 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 53,423 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2007 53,220 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 52,633 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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E250 BFC is a 1988 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 E250 BFC, 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 E250 BFC registered?

E250 BFC is a 1988 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 May 1988.

Is E250 BFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E250 BFC shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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