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G189 XNM

1990 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

74,071 mi
Last recorded74,071 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 1990 BMW K Series51,838 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG189 XNM
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 74,071 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 74,054 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 74,048 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 73,811 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 73,399 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 72,985 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 71,571 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2018 70,350 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2017 69,451 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 68,502 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 May 2015 79,684 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 77,756 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Fail 14 May 2014 77,752 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Brake lining(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 76,494 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 74,560 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 73,131 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 68,697 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 65,949 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 64,017 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 61,996 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 59,420 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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G189 XNM is a 1990 BMW K Series in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its 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 G189 XNM, 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

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What year was G189 XNM registered?

G189 XNM is a 1990 BMW K Series, first registered on 6 June 1990.

Is G189 XNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for G189 XNM shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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