MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
149,594 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)
Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
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E429 YFC is a 1988 BMW K Series in White with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
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 E429 YFC, 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 E429 YFC registered?
E429 YFC is a 1988 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 March 1988.
Is E429 YFC safe to buy?
The MOT history for E429 YFC shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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