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H534 WYC

1991 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

85,516 mi
Last recorded85,516 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1991 BMW K Series55,372 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH534 WYC
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 85,516 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 83,768 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 77,879 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 77,740 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 29 May 2020 77,717 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Jun 2019 77,098 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 70,141 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively rear disc (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil front fork oil seals slight misting. (5.3.2 (b))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil rear shock absorber light misting of oil. (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 15 Jun 2018 70,082 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively rear disc (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil front fork oil seals slight misting. (5.3.2 (b))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil rear shock absorber light misting of oil. (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 63,224 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 59,566 miles

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 11 Jun 2016 59,566 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 May 2015 51,550 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 39,395 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 31,407 miles

abs light on

Pass 25 Jun 2008 31,309 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 30,834 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 30,483 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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H534 WYC is a 1991 BMW K Series in Grey with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 H534 WYC, 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 H534 WYC registered?

H534 WYC is a 1991 BMW K Series, first registered on 15 May 1991.

Is H534 WYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for H534 WYC shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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