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E255 BFC

1988 BMW K Series

Brown Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1,314 mi
Last recorded1,314 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2018
Typical for 1988 BMW K Series53,221 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE255 BFC
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1988
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2018 1,314 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2018 1,314 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 May 2017 1,215 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 1,215 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 7 May 2014 80 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 58,094 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2011 57,836 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2010 57,461 miles

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

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

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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E255 BFC is a 1988 BMW K Series in Brown with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 E255 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 E255 BFC registered?

E255 BFC is a 1988 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 May 1988.

Is E255 BFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E255 BFC shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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