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H612 BFM

1991 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

64,284 mi
Last recorded64,284 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 1991 BMW K Series55,372 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH612 BFM
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 64,284 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jan 2025 63,531 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 62,876 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 62,225 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 61,770 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2022 61,761 miles

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 60,912 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 59,857 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2018 59,311 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 58,730 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 58,127 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 57,366 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2015 57,347 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 29 Mar 2014 56,647 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 55,571 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 54,535 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 53,617 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 52,459 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2008 50,932 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 49,181 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2007 49,177 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

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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H612 BFM is a 1991 BMW K Series in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 H612 BFM, 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 H612 BFM registered?

H612 BFM is a 1991 BMW K Series, first registered on 12 July 1991.

Is H612 BFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for H612 BFM shows 21 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.

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