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G387 WKK

1990 BMW K1

Black Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,752 mi
Last recorded46,752 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 1990 BMW K132,909 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG387 WKK
MakeBMW
ModelK1
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 30 Mar 2026 46,752 miles

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

Rear Brake lever not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 46,532 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 45,394 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 45,153 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 45,092 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 45,041 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 45,003 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2009 44,955 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

rear brake discs becoming corroded

Pass 2 Jan 2008 43,836 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 43,197 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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G387 WKK is a 1990 BMW K1 in Black with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 G387 WKK, 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 G387 WKK registered?

G387 WKK is a 1990 BMW K1, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G387 WKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for G387 WKK shows 10 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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