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G131 XGS

1990 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2012
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

61,223 mi
Last recorded61,223 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2011
Typical for 1990 BMW K Series51,838 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG131 XGS
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2011 61,223 miles

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

throttle very stiff

Pass 25 Sep 2010 58,554 miles

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

Fail 25 Sep 2010 58,554 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2009 56,363 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2008 54,265 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 54,265 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 51,362 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2006 48,234 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 48,234 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 28 Sep 2005 45,862 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 XGS is a 1990 BMW K Series in Red with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 G131 XGS, 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 G131 XGS registered?

G131 XGS is a 1990 BMW K Series, first registered on 7 March 1990.

Is G131 XGS safe to buy?

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