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M418 ACK

1994 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

55,939 mi
Last recorded55,939 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 1994 BMW K Series51,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM418 ACK
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 55,939 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 55,839 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 55,348 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2023 55,348 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 55,166 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Dec 2021 54,899 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 54,676 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 54,128 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 53,198 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 51,045 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 48,971 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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

Fail 1 Jun 2016 48,970 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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

Pass 22 May 2015 47,752 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 56,654 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 45,214 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 43,632 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 42,143 miles

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

Fail 24 May 2011 4,213 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 7 May 2010 40,193 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 37,499 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 36,891 miles
Fail 15 May 2008 36,891 miles

Rear Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 2 May 2007 36,328 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 84,235 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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M418 ACK is a 1994 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1994 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 51,950 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 M418 ACK, 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 32 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M418 ACK registered?

M418 ACK is a 1994 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 August 1994.

Is M418 ACK safe to buy?

The MOT history for M418 ACK shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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