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E424 JJB

1988 BMW K Series

Green Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

196,179 mi
Last recorded196,179 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2016
Typical for 1988 BMW K Series53,221 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE424 JJB
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2016 196,179 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Jan 2016 194,868 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2005 58,011 miles

frame very rusty

front brake discs worn low but not to min thickness

fuel hoses in poor condition

left hand front foot rest rubber split and pivot siezed

rear brake hose close to rear wheel

Fail 22 Dec 2005 58,007 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Front Fairing so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Offside Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

left hand front foot rest rubber split and pivot †siezed

rear brake hose close to rear wheel

valve caps missing

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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E424 JJB is a 1988 BMW K Series in Green with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 E424 JJB, 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 E424 JJB registered?

E424 JJB is a 1988 BMW K Series, first registered on 6 June 1988.

Is E424 JJB safe to buy?

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