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B373 AUD

1985 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

31,425 mi
Last recorded31,425 miles
Recorded on17 May 2019
Typical for 1985 BMW K Series51,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB373 AUD
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 May 2019 31,425 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 29,082 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 28,091 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2016 28,090 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2015 26,370 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 24,267 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 23,583 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2011 23,583 miles

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 22,568 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 22,227 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 20,708 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 18,374 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 Jun 2006 18,295 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 26 May 2006 18,295 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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B373 AUD is a 1985 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 B373 AUD, 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 B373 AUD registered?

B373 AUD is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 25 June 1985.

Is B373 AUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for B373 AUD shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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