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F413 UEG

1988 BMW K Series

Beige Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

42,106 mi
Last recorded42,106 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 1988 BMW K Series53,221 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF413 UEG
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1988
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 42,106 miles

Front brake fluid close to minimum mark

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2025 41,772 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 14 Mar 2025 41,771 miles

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

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2024 41,475 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 15 Mar 2024 41,475 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2023 41,341 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 8 Mar 2023 41,341 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2022 41,316 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Rear air shock absorbers have free movement on stand and negligible damping effect

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Bearings notching in centre position (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2021 41,123 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 40,968 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2019 40,809 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 40,584 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2016 40,531 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

slight leak from gator at rear of gearbox.

Fail 3 Sep 2016 40,531 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

slight leak from gator at rear of gearbox.

Pass 21 Aug 2015 40,273 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2014 39,714 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 38,545 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 37,304 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2011 34,498 miles

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

front brake binds slightly

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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F413 UEG is a 1988 BMW K Series in Beige with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1988 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 53,221 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 F413 UEG, 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 38 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 F413 UEG registered?

F413 UEG is a 1988 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F413 UEG safe to buy?

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