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H399 BEA

1990 BMW K Series

White Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

112,152 mi
Last recorded112,152 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2011
Typical for 1990 BMW K Series51,838 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH399 BEA
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2011 112,152 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2011 112,133 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2009 101,930 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jan 2009 98,553 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 96,031 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2006 88,063 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 79,369 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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H399 BEA is a 1990 BMW K Series in White with a 987cc 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 H399 BEA, 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 H399 BEA?

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What year was H399 BEA registered?

H399 BEA is a 1990 BMW K Series, first registered on 8 August 1990.

Is H399 BEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for H399 BEA 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.

Does H399 BEA have outstanding finance?

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