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G747 LYG

1990 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

64,107 mi
Last recorded64,107 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 1990 BMW K Series51,838 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG747 LYG
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 64,107 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 63,523 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 62,912 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 61,972 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 61,116 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 59,452 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 57,859 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2014 56,579 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 54,971 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 53,856 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 50,672 miles

Nearside Sidecar wheel bearings have slight play (5.2.3c)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 45,675 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 41,360 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 38,912 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 35,154 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 32,577 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 32,554 miles

Rear Brake pedal is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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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G747 LYG 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 G747 LYG, 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

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What year was G747 LYG registered?

G747 LYG is a 1990 BMW K Series, first registered on 12 January 1990.

Is G747 LYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G747 LYG 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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