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F299 OTW

1989 BMW K Series

Brown Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

89,733 mi
Last recorded89,733 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2020
Typical for 1989 BMW K Series54,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF299 OTW
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1989
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2020 89,733 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

rear brake pedal corroded

visible cracking on rear tyre

Pass 3 Oct 2019 89,711 miles

Rear Brake lever corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))

abs warning light on

Fail 3 Oct 2019 89,711 miles

Fuel cap ineffective not tested (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake lever corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))

abs warning light on

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 89,043 miles

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

Rear Brake lever corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 87,246 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 83,339 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 83,206 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 82,971 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 82,069 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 81,260 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 80,126 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 78,917 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 77,171 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 76,014 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 74,526 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 73,108 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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F299 OTW is a 1989 BMW K Series in Brown 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 F299 OTW, 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 F299 OTW registered?

F299 OTW is a 1989 BMW K Series, first registered on 7 January 1989.

Is F299 OTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F299 OTW 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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