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K242 WPB

1992 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

43,352 mi
Last recorded43,352 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2022
Typical for 1992 BMW K Series50,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK242 WPB
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2022 43,352 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 41,340 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2020 39,706 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 38,155 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6 mm only (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 37,363 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 34,930 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 32,119 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2014 32,119 miles

Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Fail 1 Oct 2014 32,110 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d) DANGEROUS

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake lever excessively corroded (3.2.A1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Oct 2013 31,231 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 30,218 miles

rear tyre ON limit

Pass 20 Jul 2011 27,487 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 26,075 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 23,242 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2009 23,242 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 20,163 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 17,171 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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K242 WPB is a 1992 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 K242 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 34 years old, this BMW K Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K242 WPB registered?

K242 WPB is a 1992 BMW K Series, first registered on 21 September 1992.

Is K242 WPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for K242 WPB shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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