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F274 RPH

1989 BMW K Series

White Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,571 mi
Last recorded54,571 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 BMW K Series54,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF274 RPH
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 30 Apr 2026 54,571 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 54,229 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 53,972 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 53,786 miles

Offside Front brake caliper contaminated

brake fluid getting low

Pass 12 May 2022 53,121 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 51,668 miles
Pass 4 May 2020 51,105 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 50,388 miles

Front discs slightly corroded

Pass 10 May 2018 49,140 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 48,060 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 48,044 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2007 47,604 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 45,570 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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F274 RPH is a 1989 BMW K Series in White with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F274 RPH, 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

How do I check the history of F274 RPH?

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What year was F274 RPH registered?

F274 RPH is a 1989 BMW K Series, first registered on 28 March 1989.

Is F274 RPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for F274 RPH shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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