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K641 FAU

1992 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

29,870 mi
Last recorded29,870 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 1992 BMW K Series50,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK641 FAU
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 29,870 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2025 29,604 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn mountings bobbins (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn mountings bobbins (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 29,380 miles

abs light flash in dash

Pass 20 Feb 2023 29,167 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 28,943 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 28,574 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

throttle slow to return

Pass 7 Jan 2020 28,246 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 27,843 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 27,626 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 15 Dec 2016 27,065 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2016 27,065 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 24 Dec 2015 26,478 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2015 26,476 miles

Offside Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 25,582 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 4 Nov 2013 22,463 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 20,552 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 19,592 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 17,658 miles

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

Fail 21 Oct 2010 17,654 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2009 16,581 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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K641 FAU is a 1992 BMW K Series in Black with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 K641 FAU, 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 K641 FAU?

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What year was K641 FAU registered?

K641 FAU is a 1992 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 September 1992.

Is K641 FAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for K641 FAU shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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