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G20 FGS

1990 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2025
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,002 mi
Last recorded79,002 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2024
Typical for 1990 BMW K Series51,838 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG20 FGS
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 23 Oct 2024 79,002 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light cracked (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged cracked ()

Pass 23 Apr 2021 78,077 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Central Front front brake slighty binding

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Central Rear tyre has a nail in tyre

Offside Rear flexi pipe corroded

Pass 23 Apr 2019 77,853 miles

Offside Front Lower Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 76,472 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2017 75,083 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 73,569 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 72,605 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2014 71,941 miles

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

Front tyre valve slightly deteriorated

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 70,553 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2012 69,537 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 68,394 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2010 66,827 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 64,834 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2008 63,423 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 61,197 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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G20 FGS is a 1990 BMW K Series in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 G20 FGS, 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 G20 FGS registered?

G20 FGS is a 1990 BMW K Series, first registered on 24 April 1990.

Is G20 FGS safe to buy?

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