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A350 YRD

1983 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

284 mi
Last recorded284 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2011
Typical for 1983 BMW K Series43,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA350 YRD
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2011 284 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 18 Apr 2009
Fail 8 Apr 2009

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2008
Pass 11 May 2005 3,562 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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A350 YRD is a 1983 BMW K Series in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1983 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 43,363 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 A350 YRD, 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 43 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 A350 YRD registered?

A350 YRD is a 1983 BMW K Series, first registered on 11 October 1983.

Is A350 YRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A350 YRD shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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