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G389 XTN

1990 BMW K Series

Maroon Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2020
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

77,032 mi
Last recorded77,032 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2019
Typical for 1990 BMW K Series51,838 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG389 XTN
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1990
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2019 77,032 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Oct 2019 77,032 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 11 Oct 2018 76,865 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2018 76,865 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 76,705 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 76,447 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2016 76,447 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 11 Aug 2015 76,016 miles

Centre Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

both rear brake pipes to rear calipers corroded

Pass 11 Aug 2015 76,016 miles

both rear brake pipes to rear calipers corroded

Pass 16 May 2014 75,592 miles

Front Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 May 2013 75,249 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 74,745 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 74,745 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 74,143 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 74,143 miles

Centre Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Access panel cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2010 73,211 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 72,469 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 71,426 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 70,466 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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G389 XTN is a 1990 BMW K Series in Maroon with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 1990 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 51,838 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 G389 XTN, 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 36 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 G389 XTN registered?

G389 XTN is a 1990 BMW K Series, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G389 XTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for G389 XTN shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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