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L28 GBH

1993 BMW K1

Blue Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

56,356 mi
Last recorded56,356 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2024
Typical for 1993 BMW K136,556 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL28 GBH
MakeBMW
ModelK1
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc
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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2024 56,356 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 56,259 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 55,856 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2020 55,832 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 55,263 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 53,803 miles

Front Decelerometer brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (verified by road test) (3.3.E1e)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 52,942 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 51,389 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 50,470 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 49,358 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2013 49,358 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2012 48,459 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 46,709 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 46,363 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 45,874 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 45,473 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 44,526 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Rear Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering damper inefective

How Reliable is the BMW K1?

Based on 1,939 MOT tests across 270 vehicles.

90.0%
Pass Rate
342
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
270
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 29
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 9
Direction indicator not working 8
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L28 GBH is a 1993 BMW K1 in Blue with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1993 BMW K1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 36,556 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW K1 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L28 GBH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K1 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 33 years old, this BMW K1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L28 GBH registered?

L28 GBH is a 1993 BMW K1, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L28 GBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for L28 GBH shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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