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K123 DEG

1993 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

98,120 mi
Last recorded98,120 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2021
Typical for 1993 BMW K Series53,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK123 DEG
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2021 98,120 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2019 97,192 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2018 95,412 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2018 95,411 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2017 92,215 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 28 Dec 2016 92,157 miles

Rear Rear spring fractured (2.4.A1b(i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Offside Front Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Dec 2015 90,102 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 87,450 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 84,976 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2012 82,682 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2011 79,340 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2009 75,547 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2008 72,628 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Jan 2007 68,889 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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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K123 DEG is a 1993 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 K123 DEG, 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 K123 DEG registered?

K123 DEG is a 1993 BMW K Series, first registered on 16 January 1993.

Is K123 DEG safe to buy?

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