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G131 FCW

1990 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

42,950 mi
Last recorded42,950 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2012
Typical for 1990 BMW K Series51,838 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG131 FCW
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2012 42,950 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 41,874 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 41,746 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 41,746 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 41,181 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 40,657 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2007 39,934 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 39,267 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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G131 FCW is a 1990 BMW K Series in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1990 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 51,838 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

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 G131 FCW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G131 FCW?

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What year was G131 FCW registered?

G131 FCW is a 1990 BMW K Series, first registered on 20 January 1990.

Is G131 FCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G131 FCW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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