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F229 HKO

1989 BMW K Series

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,603 mi
Last recorded75,603 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 1989 BMW K Series54,904 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF229 HKO
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 1 Dec 2025 75,603 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 73,500 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 72,392 miles

Front N/S Bellypan Mount broken

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Brake pedal corroded

Silencer Mount loose

Pass 19 Apr 2014 71,985 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 71,296 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 31 May 2012 70,327 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 69,656 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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F229 HKO is a 1989 BMW K Series in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 F229 HKO, 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 F229 HKO?

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What year was F229 HKO registered?

F229 HKO is a 1989 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 July 1989.

Is F229 HKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for F229 HKO shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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