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L415 STC

1993 BMW K1

Black Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

49,217 mi
Last recorded49,217 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2016
Typical for 1993 BMW K136,556 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL415 STC
MakeBMW
ModelK1
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2016 49,217 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2016 49,217 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 47,906 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 47,117 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 46,100 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 44,777 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2005 44,189 miles

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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L415 STC is a 1993 BMW K1 in Black with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 L415 STC, 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

How do I check the history of L415 STC?

You can check the full history of L415 STC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was L415 STC registered?

L415 STC is a 1993 BMW K1, first registered on 2 September 1993.

Is L415 STC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L415 STC 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.

Does L415 STC have outstanding finance?

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