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E404 RGL

1988 BMW K Series

Beige Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

38,165 mi
Last recorded38,165 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2007
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

RegistrationE404 RGL
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1988
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2007 38,165 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2007 38,160 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 13 Dec 2005 37,465 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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E404 RGL is a 1988 BMW K Series in Beige with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 E404 RGL, 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 E404 RGL?

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What year was E404 RGL registered?

E404 RGL is a 1988 BMW K Series, first registered on 6 May 1988.

Is E404 RGL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E404 RGL shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E404 RGL have outstanding finance?

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