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F253 TCK

1989 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

75,730 mi
Last recorded75,730 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2007
Typical for 1989 BMW K Series54,904 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF253 TCK
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2007 75,730 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2007 75,711 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2006 74,165 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2005 63,866 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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F253 TCK is a 1989 BMW K Series in Grey with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 F253 TCK, 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 F253 TCK registered?

F253 TCK is a 1989 BMW K Series, first registered on 22 May 1989.

Is F253 TCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for F253 TCK shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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