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H561 CAS

1991 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1991 BMW K Series55,372 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH561 CAS
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2025

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 12 May 2025

All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 5 Mar 2024
Pass 17 Aug 2022 28,475 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 28,299 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute All Indicators (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2017 26,170 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 25,538 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 18 Dec 2013 22,656 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2013 22,653 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 22,288 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 22,132 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 21,710 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 20,828 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 20,064 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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H561 CAS is a 1991 BMW K Series in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 H561 CAS, 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.

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What year was H561 CAS registered?

H561 CAS is a 1991 BMW K Series, first registered on 31 May 1991.

Is H561 CAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for H561 CAS shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H561 CAS have outstanding finance?

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