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A664 YJB

1983 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

59,417 mi
Last recorded59,417 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2007
Typical for 1983 BMW K Series43,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA664 YJB
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2007 59,417 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2007 59,417 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2006 57,775 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2006 57,775 miles

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

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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A664 YJB is a 1983 BMW K Series in Red with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 A664 YJB, 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 A664 YJB registered?

A664 YJB is a 1983 BMW K Series, first registered on 5 October 1983.

Is A664 YJB safe to buy?

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