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A428 KJC

1984 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

70,019 mi
Last recorded70,019 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2006
Typical for 1984 BMW K Series50,694 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA428 KJC
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2006 70,019 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2006 70,019 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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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A428 KJC is a 1984 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 A428 KJC, 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 A428 KJC registered?

A428 KJC is a 1984 BMW K Series, first registered on 6 April 1984.

Is A428 KJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A428 KJC shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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