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A383 JRN

1984 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

1,759 mi
Last recorded1,759 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2023
Typical for 1984 BMW K Series50,694 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA383 JRN
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1984
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2023 1,759 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Suspension stiff

Rear Unable to check brake fluid level

Pass 2 Sep 2022 1,552 miles

Rear suspension stiff

Pass 1 Sep 2021 648 miles

Rear suspension stiff

Pass 3 Sep 2020 32 miles

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

front tyre slightly perished in tread area

unable to check rear brake fluid level

Pass 12 May 2016 36,181 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 35,758 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 35,405 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2014 35,399 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Apr 2011 35,387 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 34,727 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 27 May 2010 34,727 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 34,340 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 May 2008 34,340 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2007 33,510 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2007 33,452 miles

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

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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A383 JRN is a 1984 BMW K Series in Grey with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 A383 JRN, 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 A383 JRN registered?

A383 JRN is a 1984 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 February 1984.

Is A383 JRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A383 JRN shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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