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K742 MEU

1992 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

22,305 mi
Last recorded22,305 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2015
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

RegistrationK742 MEU
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2015 22,305 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 22,243 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 21,921 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 21,406 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 20,171 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2009 20,171 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 19,719 miles

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

Fail 6 Oct 2007 19,719 miles

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

Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Pass 21 Jul 2006 19,416 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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K742 MEU is a 1992 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 K742 MEU, 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 K742 MEU?

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What year was K742 MEU registered?

K742 MEU is a 1992 BMW K Series, first registered on 18 December 1992.

Is K742 MEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for K742 MEU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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