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E371 FRN

1988 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 1988 BMW K Series53,221 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE371 FRN
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2018

Machine not fitted with front nor rear lamps. Vehicle to only be used during daylight hours, and not used at times of seriously reduced visibility.

No speedometer fitted

Pass 3 Apr 2018
Fail 27 Mar 2018

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Horn missing (1.7.1)

Offside Front Outer Brake fluid reservoir insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Vehicle identification number not permanently displayed (6.3.5a)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jan 2013 45,601 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 44,970 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2010 43,690 miles

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

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

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

Fail 19 Aug 2010 43,690 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2009 41,136 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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E371 FRN is a 1988 BMW K Series in Black 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 E371 FRN, 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 E371 FRN registered?

E371 FRN is a 1988 BMW K Series, first registered on 27 June 1988.

Is E371 FRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for E371 FRN 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.

Does E371 FRN have outstanding finance?

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