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F237 TCR

1989 BMW K Series

Green Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2020
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

149,434 mi
Last recorded149,434 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2019
Typical for 1989 BMW K Series54,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF237 TCR
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 5 Apr 2019 149,434 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 148,974 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 148,884 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted both (3.2.A1l)

Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2015 148,283 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2014 147,432 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2013 146,077 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2012 142,039 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2011 137,248 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 Oct 2010 130,410 miles

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 30 Oct 2009 125,629 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 118,589 miles

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

number plate may not be legal

Pass 25 Oct 2007 111,686 miles

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

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

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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F237 TCR is a 1989 BMW K Series in Green with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 F237 TCR, 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 F237 TCR registered?

F237 TCR is a 1989 BMW K Series, first registered on 25 April 1989.

Is F237 TCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F237 TCR shows 12 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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