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H488 LDP

1991 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

66,334 mi
Last recorded66,334 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2017
Typical for 1991 BMW K Series55,372 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH488 LDP
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2017 66,334 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 66,318 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 64,462 miles

three bolts missing from exhaust header pipes

Fail 10 Jun 2015 64,325 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

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

three bolts missing from exhaust header pipes

plug repair to front tyre

Pass 25 Jun 2014 63,396 miles

front tyre has 'plug' repair

Pass 11 May 2013 60,839 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 19 May 2012 60,061 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 2 Oct 2010 59,731 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2009 58,717 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 20 Sep 2008 56,969 miles

very slight bind on front brake

Fail 20 Sep 2008 56,969 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

very slight bind on front brake

Pass 1 Oct 2007 55,377 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2006 54,766 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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H488 LDP is a 1991 BMW K Series in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 H488 LDP, 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 H488 LDP registered?

H488 LDP is a 1991 BMW K Series, first registered on 14 February 1991.

Is H488 LDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for H488 LDP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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