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G26 AOT

1990 BMW K1

Black Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

82,705 mi
Last recorded82,705 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 1990 BMW K132,909 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG26 AOT
MakeBMW
ModelK1
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 82,705 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 82,412 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 82,143 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 81,811 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 80,600 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 78,981 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 75,969 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 72,816 miles

Centre Rear Lower Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 15 May 2010 70,439 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 66,879 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 63,119 miles
Fail 17 May 2008 63,100 miles

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Front Wheel damaged significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Pass 26 May 2007 59,593 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 55,906 miles
Fail 6 May 2006 55,905 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Fairing so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Offside Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

ADVISE NAIL IN REAR TYRE

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

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

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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G26 AOT is a 1990 BMW K1 in Black with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1990 BMW K1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 32,909 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 G26 AOT, 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 36 years old, this BMW K1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G26 AOT registered?

G26 AOT is a 1990 BMW K1, first registered on 29 June 1990.

Is G26 AOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for G26 AOT shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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