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G181 CRX

1990 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

67,110 mi
Last recorded67,110 miles
Recorded on27 May 2021
Typical for 1990 BMW K Series51,838 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG181 CRX
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2021 67,110 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 66,588 miles

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

OS Fork leg slight corrosion to chrome

Pass 16 Mar 2017 65,812 miles

Front rubbing slightly

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 65,757 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

abs light illuminated

Pass 1 Jul 2014 65,772 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 65,592 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 65,583 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Fail 15 Jun 2012 65,108 miles

Corrosion on rear brake pedal.

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Slight play in offside front brake disc rollers.

Pass 15 Jun 2012 65,108 miles

Corrosion on rear brake pedal.

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Slight play in offside front brake disc rollers.

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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G181 CRX is a 1990 BMW K Series in Silver with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 G181 CRX, 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 G181 CRX registered?

G181 CRX is a 1990 BMW K Series, first registered on 24 April 1990.

Is G181 CRX safe to buy?

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