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B233 HVV

1985 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

61,330 mi
Last recorded61,330 miles
Recorded on18 May 2010
Typical for 1985 BMW K Series51,061 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB233 HVV
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2010 61,330 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2009 60,631 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 60,631 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 58,984 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2007 58,979 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

throttle grip sticks and does not return

Pass 19 May 2006 57,368 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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B233 HVV is a 1985 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 B233 HVV, 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

How do I check the history of B233 HVV?

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What year was B233 HVV registered?

B233 HVV is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 7 June 1985.

Is B233 HVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B233 HVV shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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