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F255 GYD

1989 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

80,366 mi
Last recorded80,366 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 BMW K Series54,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF255 GYD
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 80,366 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 80,057 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 79,758 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 79,539 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 79,259 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 78,978 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre on 2mm,legal limit 1mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Oct 2020 78,973 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre on 2mm,legal limit 1mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 78,549 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front cracked and perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Bleed nipple broken off

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit On 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 77,637 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Wearing thin (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 24 Oct 2018 77,588 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged Metal brake pipe has been kinked. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Wearing thin (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 76,767 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 75,760 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 74,799 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2015 74,799 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 28 Oct 2014 69,710 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 64,641 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 59,268 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2011 54,143 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Oct 2011 54,143 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 50,373 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2009 47,055 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 21 Oct 2009 47,055 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 41,429 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2008 41,429 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 Oct 2007 37,599 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 35,661 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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F255 GYD is a 1989 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 F255 GYD, 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 F255 GYD registered?

F255 GYD is a 1989 BMW K Series, first registered on 19 May 1989.

Is F255 GYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for F255 GYD shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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