MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
98,050 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brake master cylinder fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Offside Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)
How Reliable is the BMW K Series?
Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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B196 UJT is a 1985 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 B196 UJT, 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 B196 UJT registered?
B196 UJT is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 19 June 1985.
Is B196 UJT safe to buy?
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