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F260 TCK

1989 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

866 mi
Last recorded866 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 1989 BMW K Series54,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF260 TCK
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 866 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 761 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022
Pass 17 Mar 2021 634 miles

Daytime use only

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front mudguard not present

Pass 29 Jan 2020 551 miles

Daytime mot

Pass 14 Nov 2018 373 miles

day time use only lights taped

Pass 11 Nov 2017 124 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 60,213 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 59,660 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 53,499 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 51,495 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2011 51,129 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Oil leak

Pass 25 Feb 2010 48,053 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2010 48,042 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Pass 9 Feb 2008 46,752 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 45,106 miles

Front 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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F260 TCK is a 1989 BMW K Series in Black with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 F260 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 F260 TCK registered?

F260 TCK is a 1989 BMW K Series, first registered on 24 April 1989.

Is F260 TCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for F260 TCK shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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