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KFW 588E

1990 Buick Riviera

Gold Petrol 3800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

11,837 mi
Last recorded11,837 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2016
Typical for 1990 Buick Riviera89,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKFW 588E
MakeBuick
ModelRiviera
Year1990
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,800cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2016 11,837 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 11,796 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 11,682 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 11,497 miles

Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 12 Jul 2012 11,184 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 10,860 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2006 108,317 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

How Reliable is the Buick Riviera?

Based on 751 MOT tests across 115 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
553
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
115
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 19
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 18
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 13
parking brake recording little or no effort 13
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12
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KFW 588E is a 1990 Buick Riviera in Gold with a 3,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1990 Buick Riviera models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 89,836 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Buick Riviera fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KFW 588E, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buick Riviera typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 36 years old, this Buick Riviera is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KFW 588E registered?

KFW 588E is a 1990 Buick Riviera, first registered on 17 December 1990.

Is KFW 588E safe to buy?

The MOT history for KFW 588E shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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