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B433 PLC

1985 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2018
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,254 mi
Last recorded48,254 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2017
Typical for 1985 BMW K Series51,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB433 PLC
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 6 Jan 2017 48,254 miles

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

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

light oil leak

Pass 16 Nov 2015 48,203 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2014 48,025 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 47,209 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2008 46,502 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 43,169 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 34,927 miles

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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B433 PLC is a 1985 BMW K Series in Red with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 B433 PLC, 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 B433 PLC registered?

B433 PLC is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 14 June 1985.

Is B433 PLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B433 PLC shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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