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H811 HJN

1990 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

Typical for 1990 BMW K Series51,838 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH811 HJN
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2016
Pass 4 Jul 2015 82,358 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2014 80,700 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 76,305 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 69,098 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 64,835 miles

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

fairing bottoms removed all secure -some cracks to front mudguard all secure

Pass 18 Jul 2008 61,325 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 55,904 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2007 55,904 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 17 Jul 2006 54,003 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Jun 2006 53,912 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

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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H811 HJN is a 1990 BMW K Series in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 H811 HJN, 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

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What year was H811 HJN registered?

H811 HJN is a 1990 BMW K Series, first registered on 2 August 1990.

Is H811 HJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for H811 HJN shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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