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G268 DDF

1990 BMW K Series

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

79,227 mi
Last recorded79,227 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2011
Typical for 1990 BMW K Series51,838 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG268 DDF
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2011 79,227 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2009 71,258 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Jul 2009 71,258 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2007 43,872 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 2 Nov 2007 43,871 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 23 Oct 2006 43,296 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2005 40,875 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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G268 DDF is a 1990 BMW K Series in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 G268 DDF, 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 G268 DDF registered?

G268 DDF is a 1990 BMW K Series, first registered on 24 May 1990.

Is G268 DDF safe to buy?

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