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L157 KKS

1994 BMW K Series

Brown Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

5,240 mi
Last recorded5,240 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2020
Typical for 1994 BMW K Series51,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL157 KKS
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1994
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 10 Nov 2020 5,240 miles

Front Brake component insecure (1.1.21 (c))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Stop lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front mud guard loos

Pass 27 Apr 2019 4,272 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 1,075 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 579 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2017 579 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2016 286 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 152 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 54,360 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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L157 KKS is a 1994 BMW K Series in Brown with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1994 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 51,950 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 L157 KKS, 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 32 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L157 KKS registered?

L157 KKS is a 1994 BMW K Series, first registered on 3 March 1994.

Is L157 KKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L157 KKS shows 8 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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