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K526 AFS

1992 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

48,637 mi
Last recorded48,637 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1992 BMW K Series50,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK526 AFS
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 48,637 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2024 47,763 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 45,768 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2021 44,612 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 44,263 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 44,018 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 42,610 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 40,576 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 37,897 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 12,389 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 31,568 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 30,907 miles

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 28,563 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 28,524 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 27,783 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 26,333 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2005 25,093 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2005 25,038 miles

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

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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K526 AFS 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 88.9%.

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 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 K526 AFS, 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

How do I check the history of K526 AFS?

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What year was K526 AFS registered?

K526 AFS is a 1992 BMW K Series, first registered on 3 August 1992.

Is K526 AFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for K526 AFS shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does K526 AFS have outstanding finance?

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