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G49 WRT

1989 BMW K1

Blue Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2008
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,013 mi
Last recorded51,013 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2007
Typical for 1989 BMW K131,752 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG49 WRT
MakeBMW
ModelK1
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 25 Oct 2007 51,013 miles

ABS Warning lamp illuminated.

Fork gaitors fitted - unable to fully test.

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

Pass 27 Oct 2006 50,896 miles

Fork Gaitors fitted - unable to fully test.

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2005 50,884 miles

Fork gaiters fitted.

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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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G49 WRT is a 1989 BMW K1 in Blue with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 BMW K1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.2% with a typical mileage of 31,752 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 G49 WRT, 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 37 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 G49 WRT registered?

G49 WRT is a 1989 BMW K1, first registered on 3 October 1989.

Is G49 WRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for G49 WRT shows 3 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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