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H239 GDU

1990 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

15,041 mi
Last recorded15,041 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2017
Typical for 1990 BMW K Series51,838 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH239 GDU
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2017 15,041 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 15,041 miles

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

rear pads not visable

Fail 15 Feb 2016 15,041 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly Sticking (6.2.1f)

rear pads not visable

Pass 6 May 2015 15,235 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 13,355 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 13,002 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 12,838 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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H239 GDU is a 1990 BMW K Series in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 H239 GDU, 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

How do I check the history of H239 GDU?

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What year was H239 GDU registered?

H239 GDU is a 1990 BMW K Series, first registered on 16 November 1990.

Is H239 GDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for H239 GDU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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