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C275 XLL

1990 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

65,555 mi
Last recorded65,555 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2019
Typical for 1990 BMW K Series51,838 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC275 XLL
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2019 65,555 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

rear tyre very perished

Pass 22 Jun 2018 44,755 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 93,822 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 92,207 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 90,792 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 4 Jun 2015 90,792 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 May 2014 87,163 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 31 May 2013 79,807 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 78,934 miles

front brake pads approx 2-mm

Pass 29 Mar 2011 76,056 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 16 Mar 2011 76,051 miles

Offside Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2010 71,789 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 19 Nov 2008 66,953 miles

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

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

rear tyre worn uneven and cracks visable

slight wear on discs

Pass 9 Nov 2007 64,746 miles

rear tyre cracks visable

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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C275 XLL is a 1990 BMW K Series in Grey with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1990 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 51,838 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 C275 XLL, 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 36 years old, this BMW K Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C275 XLL registered?

C275 XLL is a 1990 BMW K Series, first registered on 25 October 1990.

Is C275 XLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C275 XLL shows 14 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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