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B160 YNO

1985 BMW K Series

Green Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

50,789 mi
Last recorded50,789 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2024
Typical for 1985 BMW K Series51,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB160 YNO
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2024 50,789 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 50,789 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 50,788 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 50,788 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2019 50,788 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2017 50,788 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 50,788 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 50,788 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 50,788 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 22 May 2012 50,788 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 49,947 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2008 49,000 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2007 47,152 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 44,065 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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B160 YNO is a 1985 BMW K Series in Green with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1985 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 51,061 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 B160 YNO, 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 41 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 B160 YNO registered?

B160 YNO is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 9 April 1985.

Is B160 YNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for B160 YNO shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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