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A266 HGV

1984 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2022
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

45,031 mi
Last recorded45,031 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2021
Typical for 1984 BMW K Series50,694 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA266 HGV
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2021 45,031 miles

Central Rear Advisory on rear tyre due to date

Pass 18 Mar 2020 50,693 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2011 48,457 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 29 Dec 2011 48,457 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 31 Dec 2010 47,116 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 24,141 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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A266 HGV is a 1984 BMW K Series in Red with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 A266 HGV, 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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How do I check the history of A266 HGV?

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What year was A266 HGV registered?

A266 HGV is a 1984 BMW K Series, first registered on 6 January 1984.

Is A266 HGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A266 HGV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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