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F344 PYH

1989 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

28,365 mi
Last recorded28,365 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2024
Typical for 1989 BMW K Series54,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF344 PYH
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2024 28,365 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2023 28,273 miles

Central Lower oil leak

Rear rear tyre wall small cracks

Rear unable to see rear brake pads

Pass 27 Jun 2022 28,046 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 27,859 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 27,630 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 27,142 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2018 26,767 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 26,186 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2016 25,322 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 25,150 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 23,950 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 23,950 miles

Front Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Rear Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Brake master cylinder has a seized master cylinder pivot. (3.2.B5) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear 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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F344 PYH is a 1989 BMW K Series in Grey with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 F344 PYH, 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 F344 PYH registered?

F344 PYH is a 1989 BMW K Series, first registered on 9 March 1989.

Is F344 PYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for F344 PYH shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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