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F438 RYR

1989 BMW K Series

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,199 mi
Last recorded58,199 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2013
Typical for 1989 BMW K Series54,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF438 RYR
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 8 Apr 2013 58,199 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 57,725 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2011 56,664 miles

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

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

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

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

weak spring on centre stand

weak spring on side stand

Pass 2 Feb 2010 56,164 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2009 55,080 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2008 54,326 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 51,096 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2005 49,086 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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F438 RYR is a 1989 BMW K Series in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F438 RYR, 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 F438 RYR registered?

F438 RYR is a 1989 BMW K Series, first registered on 26 April 1989.

Is F438 RYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F438 RYR shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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