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K218 VNA

1992 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

1,319 mi
Last recorded1,319 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2024
Typical for 1992 BMW K Series50,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK218 VNA
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2024 1,319 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2022 1,303 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 55,163 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2016 55,163 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 May 2016 55,128 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2015 51,878 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 49,565 miles
Fail 27 May 2013 48,422 miles

Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 27 May 2013 48,422 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 48,078 miles

Centre Rear Lower Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 25 Apr 2013 48,063 miles

Nearside Front Lower Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Centre Rear Lower Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 47,997 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 47,882 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2010 47,882 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 47,777 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 47,124 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 46,888 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 46,029 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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K218 VNA is a 1992 BMW K Series in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1992 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 50,846 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 K218 VNA, 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 34 years old, this BMW K Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K218 VNA registered?

K218 VNA is a 1992 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 September 1992.

Is K218 VNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for K218 VNA shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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