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B23 YRH

1985 BMW K Series

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2022
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

70,312 mi
Last recorded70,312 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2021
Typical for 1985 BMW K Series51,061 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB23 YRH
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2021 70,312 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 20 Apr 2021 70,147 miles

Rear Brake performance not tested unable to perform rear brake test due to excessively corroded foot pedal which is broken and unsafe (1.2.1 (g))

Rear Brake pedal so insecure that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced exhaust heat shield has a lot of corrosion and is breaking up,metal is now very thin,would advise removal of heatshield asap (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 62,849 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 55,320 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 49,583 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 49,583 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2017 49,583 miles

Central Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 14 Jul 2016 45,427 miles

slight cracks starting on front tyre

Fail 14 Jul 2016 45,427 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

slight cracks starting on front tyre

Pass 30 May 2013 45,427 miles

bodywork damage

condition of offside handlebar grip

front tyre wear

hole in rear lens

Fail 22 May 2013 45,427 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

bodywork damage

condition of offside handlebar grip

front brake lever travel

front tyre wear

hole in rear lens

Fail 30 Apr 2012 43,650 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 43,650 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 13 May 2011 40,955 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 40,940 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 40,078 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 40,073 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.5a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

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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B23 YRH is a 1985 BMW K Series in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 B23 YRH, 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 B23 YRH registered?

B23 YRH is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 26 June 1985.

Is B23 YRH safe to buy?

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