MOT Status
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82,590 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)
Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)
Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)
Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)
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E318 GWP is a 1988 BMW K Series in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.
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 E318 GWP, 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.
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What year was E318 GWP registered?
E318 GWP is a 1988 BMW K Series, first registered on 6 January 1988.
Is E318 GWP safe to buy?
The MOT history for E318 GWP shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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