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G978 THX

1989 BMW K1

Red Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

54,429 mi
Last recorded54,429 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2011
Typical for 1989 BMW K131,752 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG978 THX
MakeBMW
ModelK1
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 30 Nov 2011 54,429 miles

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 54,429 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 48,635 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2006 44,325 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2005 44,068 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K1?

Based on 1,939 MOT tests across 270 vehicles.

90.0%
Pass Rate
342
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
270
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 29
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 9
Direction indicator not working 8
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G978 THX is a 1989 BMW K1 in Red with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1989 BMW K1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.2% with a typical mileage of 31,752 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 K1 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G978 THX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K1 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this BMW K1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G978 THX registered?

G978 THX is a 1989 BMW K1, first registered on 3 November 1989.

Is G978 THX safe to buy?

The MOT history for G978 THX shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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