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L166 SST

1994 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 740cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

60,297 mi
Last recorded60,297 miles
Recorded on21 May 2008
Typical for 1994 BMW K Series51,950 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL166 SST
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine740cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2008 60,297 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 7 Jun 2007 55,940 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3C2d.)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 55,940 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3C2d.)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 1 Apr 2006 50,182 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2006 50,182 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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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L166 SST is a 1994 BMW K Series in Red with a 740cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 L166 SST, 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 L166 SST registered?

L166 SST is a 1994 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 April 1994.

Is L166 SST safe to buy?

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