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A874 RAS

1983 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

68,132 mi
Last recorded68,132 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2016
Typical for 1983 BMW K Series43,363 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA874 RAS
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2016 68,132 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Front steering bar loose

Hazard lights not working

Nearside Front fork seal cracked

Pass 31 Jul 2015 68,115 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2015 68,115 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Poor access to handbrake lever

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 2 Aug 2014 68,052 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 67,910 miles

front tyre is poor condition.

front wheel bearings have slight play.

n/s rear top bush on shock absorber has slight play.

Pass 14 Mar 2011 67,007 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 66,504 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 65,750 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 65,253 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 65,177 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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A874 RAS is a 1983 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 A874 RAS, 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 A874 RAS registered?

A874 RAS is a 1983 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 January 1983.

Is A874 RAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A874 RAS shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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