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B519 KVO

1985 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

45,764 mi
Last recorded45,764 miles
Recorded on28 May 2021
Typical for 1985 BMW K Series51,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB519 KVO
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2021 45,764 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 48,715 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 48,150 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 48,065 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 46,481 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 46,096 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2015 46,094 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2014 45,187 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 4 Apr 2014 45,173 miles

Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Dec 2012 42,924 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2011 41,989 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2010 38,110 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2010 38,110 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 36,077 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 33,727 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 32,037 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 31,887 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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B519 KVO is a 1985 BMW K Series in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 B519 KVO, 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 B519 KVO registered?

B519 KVO is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 18 June 1985.

Is B519 KVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for B519 KVO shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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