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E440 HPK

1988 BMW K Series

Beige Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

67,970 mi
Last recorded67,970 miles
Recorded on11 May 2013
Typical for 1988 BMW K Series53,221 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE440 HPK
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1988
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2013 67,970 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2012 64,366 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 59,889 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2010 56,738 miles
Fail 15 May 2010 56,738 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 5 May 2009 53,138 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 14 May 2008 49,708 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 46,460 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 43,105 miles
Fail 11 May 2006 43,063 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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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E440 HPK is a 1988 BMW K Series in Beige with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 E440 HPK, 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 E440 HPK?

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What year was E440 HPK registered?

E440 HPK is a 1988 BMW K Series, first registered on 20 May 1988.

Is E440 HPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for E440 HPK shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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