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H274 FJB

1990 BMW K1

Red Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

16,268 mi
Last recorded16,268 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2016
Typical for 1990 BMW K132,909 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH274 FJB
MakeBMW
ModelK1
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2016 16,268 miles

Rear brake pedal corroded

Pass 18 May 2013 15,862 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 15,292 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 14,529 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 13,850 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 13,353 miles
Fail 11 May 2007 13,283 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

light switch has poor contact

Pass 15 May 2006 12,713 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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H274 FJB is a 1990 BMW K1 in Red with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1990 BMW K1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 32,909 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 H274 FJB, 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 36 years old, this BMW K1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H274 FJB registered?

H274 FJB is a 1990 BMW K1, first registered on 23 August 1990.

Is H274 FJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for H274 FJB shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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