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G162 WHX

1991 BMW K1

Red Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

56,400 mi
Last recorded56,400 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1991 BMW K130,081 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG162 WHX
MakeBMW
ModelK1
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 56,400 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 56,163 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 55,505 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 55,190 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Aug 2022 55,180 miles

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 54,788 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 54,707 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2019 54,282 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2018 53,811 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 53,188 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 52,785 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 May 2013 52,657 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2012 52,244 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 52,244 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 7 Aug 2010 51,314 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 51,246 miles

Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 49,325 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2008 49,325 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 17 Oct 2007 47,208 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 45,916 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K1?

Based on 1,939 MOT tests across 270 vehicles.

90.0%
Pass Rate
342
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
270
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 29
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 9
Direction indicator not working 8
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G162 WHX is a 1991 BMW K1 in Red with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1991 BMW K1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 30,081 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 K1 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G162 WHX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K1 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 35 years old, this BMW K1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G162 WHX?

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What year was G162 WHX registered?

G162 WHX is a 1991 BMW K1, first registered on 24 April 1991.

Is G162 WHX safe to buy?

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