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J149 EWW

2016 BMW K1

Multi-colour Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2025
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

26,695 mi
Last recorded26,695 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ149 EWW
MakeBMW
ModelK1
Year2016
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2024 26,695 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 5 Apr 2024 26,695 miles

Central Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 May 2021 26,147 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 26,105 miles
Fail 29 May 2020 26,105 miles

Direction indicator not working FRONT AND REAR OFFSIDE (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 24,993 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 24,503 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K1?

Based on 1,939 MOT tests across 270 vehicles.

90.0%
Pass Rate
342
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
270
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 29
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 9
Direction indicator not working 8
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J149 EWW is a 2016 BMW K1 in Multi-colour with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

The most common reason a BMW K1 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J149 EWW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K1 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 10 years old, this BMW K1 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was J149 EWW registered?

J149 EWW is a 2016 BMW K1, first registered on 9 December 2016.

Is J149 EWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J149 EWW shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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