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F282 RJB

1989 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

94,041 mi
Last recorded94,041 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2020
Typical for 1989 BMW K Series54,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF282 RJB
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2020 94,041 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 91,840 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively disc/s slight distortion due no wear. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2018 91,062 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 90,224 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 90,088 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2014 89,738 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2012 88,209 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 86,751 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 86,465 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 85,261 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 84,288 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 80,687 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2006 72,595 miles

Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 21 Oct 2006 72,595 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2005 71,793 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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F282 RJB is a 1989 BMW K Series in Grey with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 F282 RJB, 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.

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What year was F282 RJB registered?

F282 RJB is a 1989 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 March 1989.

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