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G699 SWL

1990 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2021
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,107 mi
Last recorded38,107 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2020
Typical for 1990 BMW K Series51,838 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG699 SWL
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2020 38,107 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 37,799 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2012 37,790 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2010 37,574 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 35,939 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 35,883 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 35,872 miles

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

nail in tyre

Fail 1 Jul 2006 35,872 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

nail in tyre

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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G699 SWL is a 1990 BMW K Series in Red with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 G699 SWL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G699 SWL?

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What year was G699 SWL registered?

G699 SWL is a 1990 BMW K Series, first registered on 5 January 1990.

Is G699 SWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for G699 SWL shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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