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A227 FSO

1984 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

53,417 mi
Last recorded53,417 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2021
Typical for 1984 BMW K Series50,694 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA227 FSO
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2021 53,417 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 51,683 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2016 50,034 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2015 46,468 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 3 Sep 2015 46,463 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2014 41,697 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

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

Fail 24 Jun 2014 41,693 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2013 37,468 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2012 32,832 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2011 31,196 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 30,685 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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A227 FSO is a 1984 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1984 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 50,694 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 A227 FSO, 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 42 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 A227 FSO registered?

A227 FSO is a 1984 BMW K Series, first registered on 17 February 1984.

Is A227 FSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A227 FSO shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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