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K553 JYG

1993 BMW K Series

Turquoise Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

22,969 mi
Last recorded22,969 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2010
Typical for 1993 BMW K Series53,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK553 JYG
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1993
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2010 22,969 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Jul 2009 22,586 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 22,251 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2008 22,229 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 May 2007 21,516 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 20,471 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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K553 JYG is a 1993 BMW K Series in Turquoise with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 K553 JYG, 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

How do I check the history of K553 JYG?

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What year was K553 JYG registered?

K553 JYG is a 1993 BMW K Series, first registered on 24 May 1993.

Is K553 JYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for K553 JYG shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does K553 JYG have outstanding finance?

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