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B174 MFS

1985 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

161,277 mi
Last recorded161,277 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2021
Typical for 1985 BMW K Series51,061 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB174 MFS
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2021 161,277 miles

Front front brake slight judder

Offside Front foot rest rubber slightly perished/worn

Pass 25 Apr 2019 159,854 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 158,826 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 157,569 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1 mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 21 Apr 2017 157,565 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1 mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2016 155,614 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2016 155,609 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 152,987 miles

riders foot peg rubbers well worn

Pass 23 Apr 2014 148,959 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Apr 2013 143,763 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 138,309 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 131,031 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 127,000 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 122,554 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 119,194 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

rider footrest rubbers worn

Fail 30 Apr 2008 119,194 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

rider footrest rubbers worn

Pass 23 Apr 2007 116,211 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 111,563 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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B174 MFS is a 1985 BMW K Series in Red with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 B174 MFS, 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.

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What year was B174 MFS registered?

B174 MFS is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 5 July 1985.

Is B174 MFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for B174 MFS shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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