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F246 BWW

1989 BMW K Series

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

40,022 mi
Last recorded40,022 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2017
Typical for 1989 BMW K Series54,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF246 BWW
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2017 40,022 miles

Front Brake lever travel

Pass 8 Apr 2016 37,819 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

front tyre has light cracking between treads

Pass 30 Jul 2014 37,260 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 37,260 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 35,249 miles

abs light on.

Fail 13 Feb 2013 35,249 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

abs light on.

Pass 6 May 2011 2,383 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 2,383 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

abs not working

Pass 24 Apr 2006 24,588 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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F246 BWW is a 1989 BMW K Series in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 F246 BWW, 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 F246 BWW registered?

F246 BWW is a 1989 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 February 1989.

Is F246 BWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F246 BWW shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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