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H430 HEV

1990 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

10,872 mi
Last recorded10,872 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2026
Typical for 1990 BMW K Series51,838 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Finance
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH430 HEV
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2026 10,872 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 10,844 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 10,831 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 10,806 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 10,762 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 10,730 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 10,682 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 10,585 miles

Rear tyre showing signs of perishing

Pass 19 Oct 2017 10,479 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2017 10,467 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2016 10,246 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 10,142 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 10,015 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 9,960 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 9,877 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 9,828 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 9,701 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 9,647 miles

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

Fail 20 Mar 2009 9,529 miles

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Pass 14 Mar 2008 9,361 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2007 9,152 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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H430 HEV is a 1990 BMW K Series in Silver with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 H430 HEV, 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 H430 HEV?

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What year was H430 HEV registered?

H430 HEV is a 1990 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 September 1990.

Is H430 HEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for H430 HEV shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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