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G230 MWR

1990 BMW K Series

Green Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2024
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

39 mi
Last recorded39 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2023
Typical for 1990 BMW K Series51,838 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG230 MWR
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2023 39 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 102,237 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

temporary repair to throttle

Fail 17 Mar 2014 102,237 miles

Fuel cap does not fasten securely by a positive means (7.2.2b)

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 18 Feb 2014 102,228 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 14 Feb 2013 98,878 miles

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

front tyre perishing

Pass 17 Feb 2012 96,040 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2011 94,424 miles

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 94,424 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 94,198 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 94,198 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2008 92,562 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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G230 MWR is a 1990 BMW K Series in Green with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 G230 MWR, 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 G230 MWR registered?

G230 MWR is a 1990 BMW K Series, first registered on 10 February 1990.

Is G230 MWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for G230 MWR shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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