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E259 LOW

1988 BMW K Series

Green Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

86,889 mi
Last recorded86,889 miles
Recorded on7 May 2010
Typical for 1988 BMW K Series53,221 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE259 LOW
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2010 86,889 miles

Sidecar wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Sidecar wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 21 May 2009 86,601 miles

Nearside Sidecar wheel bearings have slight play (5.2.3c)

Nearside Sidecar wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 21 May 2009 86,601 miles

Nearside Rear Sidecar attachment insecure (5.1.1b)

Nearside Sidecar wheel bearings have slight play (5.2.3c)

Nearside Sidecar wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 23 Oct 2007 86,540 miles

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

Sidecar wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2006 86,205 miles

Sidecar wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2005 86,020 miles

Nearside Sidecar wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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E259 LOW is a 1988 BMW K Series in Green with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 E259 LOW, 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 E259 LOW registered?

E259 LOW is a 1988 BMW K Series, first registered on 15 February 1988.

Is E259 LOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E259 LOW shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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