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B393 YUV

1985 BMW K Series

White Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2023
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

48,970 mi
Last recorded48,970 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2022
Typical for 1985 BMW K Series51,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB393 YUV
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2022 48,970 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2022 48,970 miles

Offside Front Upper Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 48,637 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2020 48,637 miles

Central Front Upper Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Central Front Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Central Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 47,969 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2019 47,961 miles

Offside Rear Lower Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2013 47,644 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 47,490 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Pass 25 May 2011 46,626 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2010 45,898 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 45,149 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 44,500 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2007 44,500 miles

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir severely damaged (3.2.B1b)

Rear Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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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B393 YUV is a 1985 BMW K Series in White with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 B393 YUV, 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 B393 YUV registered?

B393 YUV is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 2 May 1985.

Is B393 YUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B393 YUV shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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