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F245 BHB

1989 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

1,388 mi
Last recorded1,388 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2025
Typical for 1989 BMW K Series54,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF245 BHB
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2025 1,388 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 395 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 195 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 5 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 59,088 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 58,081 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 56,745 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 55,802 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 55,328 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 53,128 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 53,117 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2010 47,703 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 47,155 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 45,726 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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F245 BHB is a 1989 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 F245 BHB, 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.

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What year was F245 BHB registered?

F245 BHB is a 1989 BMW K Series, first registered on 13 January 1989.

Is F245 BHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for F245 BHB shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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