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G393 XLE

1989 BMW K Series

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

57,918 mi
Last recorded57,918 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2025
Typical for 1989 BMW K Series54,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG393 XLE
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2025 57,918 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2024 57,849 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 57,649 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2023 57,649 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2021 57,537 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 57,011 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2018 56,279 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Aug 2017 55,497 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2017 55,489 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2015 53,504 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2014 52,433 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 51,361 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 49,650 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 46,804 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 46,800 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 Apr 2010 45,122 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 43,829 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2008 42,169 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 40,623 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2005 36,978 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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G393 XLE is a 1989 BMW K Series in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1989 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 54,904 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 G393 XLE, 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 37 years old, this BMW K Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G393 XLE registered?

G393 XLE is a 1989 BMW K Series, first registered on 12 September 1989.

Is G393 XLE safe to buy?

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