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G965 VYR

1990 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

Typical for 1990 BMW K Series51,838 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG965 VYR
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2022
Pass 26 Jul 2021 42,450 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 17 Jul 2021 42,445 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jul 2020 42,207 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Plate cracked (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 41,313 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 39,618 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front tyre miss shaped

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit looks to be on legal limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 38,384 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

exhaust clamp broken

front disc bolts are not long enough for locking nuts

Pass 19 May 2016 35,744 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 33,576 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 15 May 2014 30,977 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 28,614 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 16 May 2013 28,608 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 May 2012 25,392 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 23,573 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 21,322 miles

slight misting around rear brake master cylinder

Pass 14 May 2009 20,685 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 15 May 2008 17,956 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 16,684 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 15,436 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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G965 VYR is a 1990 BMW K Series in Grey with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 G965 VYR, 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 G965 VYR registered?

G965 VYR is a 1990 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 June 1990.

Is G965 VYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for G965 VYR shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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