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G985 THX

1989 BMW K1

Red Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

48,244 mi
Last recorded48,244 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2023
Typical for 1989 BMW K131,752 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG985 THX
MakeBMW
ModelK1
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2023 48,244 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 45,969 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 43,093 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 42,769 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2017 42,445 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 42,081 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 41,165 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 40,319 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 40,214 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 40,209 miles

Both tyre pressures very low

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2007 40,206 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2007 40,206 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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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G985 THX is a 1989 BMW K1 in Red with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 G985 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 G985 THX registered?

G985 THX is a 1989 BMW K1, first registered on 1 November 1989.

Is G985 THX safe to buy?

The MOT history for G985 THX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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