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G849 ESJ

1990 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

50,747 mi
Last recorded50,747 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2019
Typical for 1990 BMW K Series51,838 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG849 ESJ
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2019 50,747 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2018 50,521 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2018 50,521 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2017 49,708 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Mar 2016 49,151 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2015 48,375 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2014 47,512 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 40,566 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 31,366 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 16 Mar 2012 31,366 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 20,912 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 20,891 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 20,891 miles

Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 24 Aug 2006 20,323 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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G849 ESJ is a 1990 BMW K Series in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 G849 ESJ, 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 G849 ESJ registered?

G849 ESJ is a 1990 BMW K Series, first registered on 26 May 1990.

Is G849 ESJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for G849 ESJ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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