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H477 YCH

1991 BMW K Series

Purple Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

36,696 mi
Last recorded36,696 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2009
Typical for 1991 BMW K Series55,372 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH477 YCH
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1991
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2009 36,696 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

abs light on

Fail 13 Apr 2007 34,273 miles

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 13 Apr 2007 34,273 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2006 27,421 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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H477 YCH is a 1991 BMW K Series in Purple with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1991 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 55,372 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 H477 YCH, 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 35 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 H477 YCH registered?

H477 YCH is a 1991 BMW K Series, first registered on 3 April 1991.

Is H477 YCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for H477 YCH shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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