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F299 RJB

1989 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

24,259 mi
Last recorded24,259 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 1989 BMW K Series54,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF299 RJB
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 24,259 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 24,183 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2024 24,126 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Jul 2023 20,597 miles

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

Fail 17 Jul 2023 20,597 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2022 19,877 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2021 19,518 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2021 19,407 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 Apr 2020 18,605 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 18,185 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 17,647 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 17,157 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 16,724 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 16,061 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 14,243 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2013 11,960 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 10,228 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 9,245 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 9,245 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 7,811 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2009 7,650 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2008 7,539 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2006 7,185 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 RJB is a 1989 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 F299 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F299 RJB registered?

F299 RJB is a 1989 BMW K Series, first registered on 23 March 1989.

Is F299 RJB safe to buy?

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