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K11 PHL

1993 BMW K Series

Maroon Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

52,514 mi
Last recorded52,514 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1993 BMW K Series53,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK11 PHL
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1993
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 52,514 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint worn, but not excessively damper link (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 52,380 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Jul 2023 52,332 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jun 2021 51,728 miles

Nearside Wheel bearing has slight play sidecar (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jun 2021 51,728 miles

Nearside Wheel bearing has slight play sidecar (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 51,200 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2020 51,198 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2019 49,300 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 46,450 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 43,772 miles

Front front brake slight bind on ns disc

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

third brake on side car not connected to main cycle system

Pass 22 May 2007 40,605 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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K11 PHL is a 1993 BMW K Series in Maroon with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1993 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 53,718 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 K11 PHL, 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 33 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K11 PHL registered?

K11 PHL is a 1993 BMW K Series, first registered on 6 April 1993.

Is K11 PHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for K11 PHL shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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