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H947 ATA

1990 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

45,007 mi
Last recorded45,007 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2023
Typical for 1990 BMW K Series51,838 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH947 ATA
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2023 45,007 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 44,986 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2022 44,972 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear number plate cracked but readable

Pass 18 Aug 2021 44,939 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 44,889 miles

Rear side wall cracked but no ply showing

Pass 29 Jul 2019 44,873 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 44,763 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 16 Jul 2018 44,763 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Road spring worn so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened Bike is on bump stop when seated (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 44,204 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 42,622 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 42,303 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 15 May 2014 41,743 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 22 May 2013 41,025 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 22 May 2012 40,267 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 17 May 2011 40,233 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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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H947 ATA is a 1990 BMW K Series in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 H947 ATA, 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 H947 ATA?

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What year was H947 ATA registered?

H947 ATA is a 1990 BMW K Series, first registered on 30 August 1990.

Is H947 ATA safe to buy?

The MOT history for H947 ATA shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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