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F348 MWL

1989 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2025
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

410 mi
Last recorded410 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2024
Typical for 1989 BMW K Series54,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF348 MWL
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2024 410 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2024 410 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2022 50,880 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2022 50,880 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 50,829 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 50,785 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 50,198 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2017 49,457 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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F348 MWL is a 1989 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 F348 MWL, 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 F348 MWL?

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What year was F348 MWL registered?

F348 MWL is a 1989 BMW K Series, first registered on 25 May 1989.

Is F348 MWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F348 MWL shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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