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F111 RUU

1989 BMW K Series

White Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

94,933 mi
Last recorded94,933 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 1989 BMW K Series54,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF111 RUU
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 94,933 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2025 93,531 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 90,221 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 84,281 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 83,392 miles

exhauast heat shield corroded

Pass 27 Nov 2020 82,232 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 79,490 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 78,348 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 76,134 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 72,195 miles
Fail 27 May 2016 72,141 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure rear tyre has tear showing cord (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jun 2015 71,643 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 Jun 2014 64,845 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2014 64,836 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2013 59,905 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 58,865 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 57,414 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 55,710 miles

Abs lights on possible abs problem

Pass 20 Feb 2009 55,243 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 54,769 miles

1) Surface rust on metal front brake pipes. 2) Discs rusty on edges.

Fail 15 Jan 2008 54,769 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

1) Surface rust on metal front brake pipes. 2) Discs rusty on edges.

Pass 29 Nov 2006 54,716 miles

Engine oil leak from sump/filter housing.

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 28 Oct 2006 54,699 miles

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

abs warning light remains on.

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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F111 RUU is a 1989 BMW K Series in White with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1989 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 54,904 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 F111 RUU, 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 37 years old, this BMW K Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F111 RUU registered?

F111 RUU is a 1989 BMW K Series, first registered on 25 April 1989.

Is F111 RUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F111 RUU shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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