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G38 LWX

1990 BMW K1

Blue Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

35,805 mi
Last recorded35,805 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2024
Typical for 1990 BMW K132,909 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG38 LWX
MakeBMW
ModelK1
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc
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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2024 35,805 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 18 Mar 2024 35,805 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Feb 2023 35,758 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 35,591 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

both tyres old by date

Pass 24 Feb 2021 35,506 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2020 35,503 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2017 35,498 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 35,390 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 35,197 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 34,489 miles

Oil leak

Pass 10 May 2011 34,257 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 34,023 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 33,554 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 32,845 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 30,698 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2005 30,137 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Rear position lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.3c)

Pass 25 Apr 2005 30,137 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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G38 LWX is a 1990 BMW K1 in Blue with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 G38 LWX, 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.

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What year was G38 LWX registered?

G38 LWX is a 1990 BMW K1, first registered on 29 March 1990.

Is G38 LWX safe to buy?

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