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K234 WPB

1993 BMW K Series

Maroon Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

72,283 mi
Last recorded72,283 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2017
Typical for 1993 BMW K Series53,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK234 WPB
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1993
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2017 72,283 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 71,474 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 70,757 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2014 67,251 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 64,022 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 62,971 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2011 60,652 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 57,043 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2010 57,043 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2009 52,646 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 49,659 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 42,064 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 20 Nov 2006 31,102 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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K234 WPB is a 1993 BMW K Series in Maroon with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 K234 WPB, 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 K234 WPB registered?

K234 WPB is a 1993 BMW K Series, first registered on 31 March 1993.

Is K234 WPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for K234 WPB shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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