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F116 RUU

1989 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

3,198 mi
Last recorded3,198 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1989 BMW K Series54,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF116 RUU
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 3,198 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 2,984 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 2,319 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2023 1,345 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front mudguard not fitted

Fail 21 Apr 2023 1,344 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 45kg (1.2.1 (e))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front mudguard not fitted

Pass 22 Sep 2021 608 miles

Front mudguard not present

Motorcycle has been modified to "cafe racer" spec

Fail 22 Sep 2021 608 miles

Front mudguard not present

Motorcycle has been modified to "cafe racer" spec

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 7 Jul 2020 65 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 7 Jul 2020 65 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Front All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 55,219 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 55,216 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 55,114 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2016 54,978 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2015 54,670 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2014 54,037 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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F116 RUU is a 1989 BMW K Series in Silver with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 F116 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

How do I check the history of F116 RUU?

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What year was F116 RUU registered?

F116 RUU is a 1989 BMW K Series, first registered on 28 March 1989.

Is F116 RUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F116 RUU shows 15 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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