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G940 AVX

1990 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2009
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

161,805 mi
Last recorded161,805 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2008
Typical for 1990 BMW K Series51,838 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG940 AVX
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2008 161,805 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2008 161,805 miles

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

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

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 29 Nov 2007 154,400 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2007 154,400 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2006 144,379 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2006 144,379 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 10 Aug 2006 139,768 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 Aug 2005 95,749 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2005 95,749 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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G940 AVX is a 1990 BMW K Series in Grey with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 G940 AVX, 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.

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What year was G940 AVX registered?

G940 AVX is a 1990 BMW K Series, first registered on 27 February 1990.

Is G940 AVX safe to buy?

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