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M982 SBM

1994 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

47,265 mi
Last recorded47,265 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 1994 BMW K Series51,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM982 SBM
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 47,265 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Nov 2024 46,609 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 46,607 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 May 2022 45,976 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 5 May 2021 45,864 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 May 2020 45,687 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 44,885 miles
Fail 20 May 2019 44,885 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 16 May 2018 44,310 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 17 May 2017 39,279 miles

front brake very slight drag

Pass 9 Oct 2015 39,265 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2015 39,265 miles

Rear Brake hose which buldges (3.2.B4)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2014 36,816 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 16 Oct 2014 36,816 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2013 34,271 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 32,033 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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M982 SBM is a 1994 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 M982 SBM, 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 M982 SBM registered?

M982 SBM is a 1994 BMW K Series, first registered on 30 December 1994.

Is M982 SBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M982 SBM shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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