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G790 NYD

1990 BMW K Series

Gold Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

63,214 mi
Last recorded63,214 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 1990 BMW K Series51,838 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG790 NYD
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1990
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 63,214 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 61,920 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 61,567 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 60,053 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 58,675 miles
Fail 27 May 2022 58,627 miles

All position lamps not working Tried changing fuse. Fuse blew again. Wiring fault. (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 57,405 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 57,132 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2019 57,114 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Inner Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Wheel bearing has excessive play sidecar wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 55,147 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 51,529 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2016 48,613 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2015 44,634 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 41,709 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2013 37,393 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2011 37,387 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2010 36,924 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2009 36,602 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2008 35,579 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2007 34,411 miles

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

Fail 19 Sep 2007 34,411 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2006 32,954 miles

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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G790 NYD is a 1990 BMW K Series in Gold with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 G790 NYD, 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 G790 NYD registered?

G790 NYD is a 1990 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 March 1990.

Is G790 NYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for G790 NYD shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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