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G527 YPV

1990 BMW K1

Blue Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

28,817 mi
Last recorded28,817 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 1990 BMW K132,909 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG527 YPV
MakeBMW
ModelK1
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 28,817 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 28,675 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 28,492 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 28,401 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 27,946 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 26,837 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 26,583 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 25,949 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 25,560 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 May 2010 25,560 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 24,789 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

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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G527 YPV is a 1990 BMW K1 in Blue with a 987cc 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 G527 YPV, 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

How do I check the history of G527 YPV?

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What year was G527 YPV registered?

G527 YPV is a 1990 BMW K1, first registered on 10 April 1990.

Is G527 YPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for G527 YPV 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.

Does G527 YPV have outstanding finance?

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