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G196 CRX

1990 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

32,822 mi
Last recorded32,822 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2013
Typical for 1990 BMW K Series51,838 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG196 CRX
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2013 32,822 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 31,877 miles

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2011 31,832 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 31,832 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Mar 2010 30,696 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 29,888 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 29,056 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2008 29,028 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2007 28,326 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2006 28,015 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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G196 CRX is a 1990 BMW K Series in Silver with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 G196 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G196 CRX registered?

G196 CRX is a 1990 BMW K Series, first registered on 24 April 1990.

Is G196 CRX safe to buy?

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