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G408 WBM

1990 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

147,336 mi
Last recorded147,336 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 1990 BMW K Series51,838 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG408 WBM
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 147,336 miles

handle bar mounting crush washers worn

Pass 21 Mar 2023 147,332 miles

handle bar mounting cush rubbers worn

Pass 17 Mar 2021 146,640 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 145,388 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

handle bar rubber mounts perished

Pass 27 Mar 2019 145,387 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear discs worn and grooved slightly (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

nearside mirror backing missing possible sharp edges

Pass 16 May 2016 145,324 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 21 May 2015 144,801 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

some damage to fairing noted o/s

Pass 18 Nov 2013 142,683 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 24 Sep 2013 142,659 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jul 2012 140,136 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 13,279 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 138,511 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 137,626 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 136,690 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 31 May 2007 134,283 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 25 May 2006 132,772 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 May 2005 130,785 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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G408 WBM is a 1990 BMW K Series in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 G408 WBM, 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.

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What year was G408 WBM registered?

G408 WBM is a 1990 BMW K Series, first registered on 15 February 1990.

Is G408 WBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for G408 WBM shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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