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B41 VRJ

1985 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

41,476 mi
Last recorded41,476 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2017
Typical for 1985 BMW K Series51,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB41 VRJ
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2017 41,476 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2017 41,476 miles

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 5 Dec 2016 41,476 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2016 41,476 miles

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 47,979 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2013 47,822 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2013 47,822 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 46,594 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 46,199 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 45,267 miles

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

Fail 15 Sep 2010 45,254 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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

Pass 28 May 2008 44,205 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir slightly corroded (3.2.B1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 44,063 miles

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

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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B41 VRJ is a 1985 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,000cc 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 B41 VRJ, 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 B41 VRJ registered?

B41 VRJ is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 22 July 1985.

Is B41 VRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B41 VRJ 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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