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K245 LGW

1993 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

61,228 mi
Last recorded61,228 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2025
Typical for 1993 BMW K Series53,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK245 LGW
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2025 61,228 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 60,907 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 60,261 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2022 60,261 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak O/S Front fork leg (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak N/S Front fork leg (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Apr 2021 59,644 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 59,260 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 58,511 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 58,102 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 57,884 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 57,617 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 57,416 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 57,233 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 56,911 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 56,282 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 56,282 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 55,280 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 54,469 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 53,722 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 52,242 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2007 48,966 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 48,005 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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K245 LGW is a 1993 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 K245 LGW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K245 LGW registered?

K245 LGW is a 1993 BMW K Series, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K245 LGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K245 LGW shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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