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A34 SWS

1984 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2015
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

77,432 mi
Last recorded77,432 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2014
Typical for 1984 BMW K Series50,694 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA34 SWS
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2014 77,432 miles

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

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

Fail 31 May 2014 77,421 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Front offside engine mount broken

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 1 Jun 2013 77,418 miles

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2013 77,418 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2012 75,830 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 75,075 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2007 75,075 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Offside Indicator switch defective (1.5.4) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 May 2006 74,191 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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A34 SWS is a 1984 BMW K Series in Black with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 A34 SWS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A34 SWS registered?

A34 SWS is a 1984 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 May 1984.

Is A34 SWS safe to buy?

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