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A427 AWF

1984 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

79,688 mi
Last recorded79,688 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2018
Typical for 1984 BMW K Series50,694 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA427 AWF
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2018 79,688 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 79,566 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2013 79,566 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2012 79,096 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2012 79,096 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 78,657 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2010 11,546 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 77,480 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2009 77,453 miles

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

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

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

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Lower Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Upper Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Dec 2006 76,690 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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A427 AWF is a 1984 BMW K Series in Blue with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 A427 AWF, 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 A427 AWF registered?

A427 AWF is a 1984 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 April 1984.

Is A427 AWF safe to buy?

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