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G512 EPK

1990 BMW K1

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

63,134 mi
Last recorded63,134 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2024
Typical for 1990 BMW K132,909 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG512 EPK
MakeBMW
ModelK1
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2024 63,134 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2022 62,274 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 60,323 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2020 58,678 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 57,516 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Jan 2018 57,221 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2017 55,867 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 54,827 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 53,476 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 52,972 miles
Fail 8 May 2007 52,972 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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G512 EPK is a 1990 BMW K1 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 G512 EPK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G512 EPK registered?

G512 EPK is a 1990 BMW K1, first registered on 6 April 1990.

Is G512 EPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for G512 EPK shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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