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A364 YRD

1983 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

67,352 mi
Last recorded67,352 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2011
Typical for 1983 BMW K Series43,363 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA364 YRD
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2011 67,352 miles

slight oil leak on final drive unit

stop lamp not working on rear brake

Pass 24 Nov 2010 66,957 miles

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

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

Fail 24 Nov 2010 66,956 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2009 65,578 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

engine poor running

Fail 13 Oct 2009 65,578 miles

Rear Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

engine poor running & smokey

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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A364 YRD is a 1983 BMW K Series in Blue with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 A364 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.

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What year was A364 YRD registered?

A364 YRD is a 1983 BMW K Series, first registered on 29 November 1983.

Is A364 YRD safe to buy?

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