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H81 XBV

1990 BMW K Series

Orange Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

81,355 mi
Last recorded81,355 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2019
Typical for 1990 BMW K Series51,838 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH81 XBV
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1990
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2019 81,355 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 79,935 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 76,398 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 65,335 miles

Nearside Rear Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 54,941 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 54,941 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2014 44,941 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 34,807 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 28,779 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 24,780 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 18,474 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 18,292 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 17,858 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 17,659 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 17,627 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2005 17,578 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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H81 XBV is a 1990 BMW K Series in Orange with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 H81 XBV, 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 H81 XBV registered?

H81 XBV is a 1990 BMW K Series, first registered on 26 October 1990.

Is H81 XBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for H81 XBV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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