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K643 FAU

1992 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

36,985 mi
Last recorded36,985 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 1992 BMW K Series50,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK643 FAU
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 36,985 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 36,445 miles

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

Fail 27 Feb 2024 36,432 miles

Rear Brake caliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Front & Rear Tyres Slightly Perished/Cracked

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

Pass 15 Sep 2022 35,442 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2022 35,430 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Fuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Nov 2011 34,665 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2011 34,665 miles

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

Lower Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2010 28,190 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 25,244 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2009 25,244 miles

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

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 1 Aug 2008 21,999 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 17,389 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 16,763 miles

Front 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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K643 FAU is a 1992 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 K643 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.

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What year was K643 FAU registered?

K643 FAU is a 1992 BMW K Series, first registered on 12 September 1992.

Is K643 FAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for K643 FAU shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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