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E38 CBW

1988 BMW K Series

Beige Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,436 mi
Last recorded13,436 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2015
Typical for 1988 BMW K Series53,221 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE38 CBW
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1988
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2015 13,436 miles

Front Brake dragging slightly

Pass 11 May 2011 13,341 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 13,294 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Feb 2010 12,412 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 11,695 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 11,332 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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E38 CBW is a 1988 BMW K Series in Beige with a 987cc 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 E38 CBW, 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

How do I check the history of E38 CBW?

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What year was E38 CBW registered?

E38 CBW is a 1988 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 July 1988.

Is E38 CBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E38 CBW 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.

Does E38 CBW have outstanding finance?

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