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B315 XUM

1985 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

Typical for 1985 BMW K Series51,061 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB315 XUM
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2022
Pass 1 Jul 2021 51,839 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2021 51,839 miles

Front Brake excessively binding brake leaver binding badly (1.2.1 (f))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2020 51,642 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2020 51,642 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2019 50,118 miles

after market silencer fitted.

vehicle has various modifications to standard.

Pass 29 Jun 2019 47,503 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 47,380 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 47,372 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 47,359 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 47,348 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 47,305 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 47,209 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2008 47,076 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 9 May 2007 47,022 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 9 May 2007 47,022 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 24 May 2006 46,176 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 46,153 miles

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

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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B315 XUM is a 1985 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 B315 XUM, 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 B315 XUM registered?

B315 XUM is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 5 June 1985.

Is B315 XUM safe to buy?

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