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J799 NPP

1991 BMW K1

Black Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

32,200 mi
Last recorded32,200 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2014
Typical for 1991 BMW K130,081 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ799 NPP
MakeBMW
ModelK1
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2014 32,200 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 32,165 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 31,951 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 31,502 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2008 31,502 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2007 27,179 miles

Oil leak

Pass 15 Nov 2006 21,753 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 21,726 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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J799 NPP is a 1991 BMW K1 in Black with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1991 BMW K1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 30,081 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 K1 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J799 NPP, 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 35 years old, this BMW K1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J799 NPP registered?

J799 NPP is a 1991 BMW K1, first registered on 8 August 1991.

Is J799 NPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J799 NPP shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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