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B520 KVO

1985 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,369 mi
Last recorded79,369 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2009
Typical for 1985 BMW K Series51,061 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB520 KVO
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2009 79,369 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2008 79,365 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Rear Brake master cylinder fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake master cylinder slightly corroded (3.2.B1b)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2007 79,337 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 79,028 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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B520 KVO is a 1985 BMW K Series in Red with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 B520 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B520 KVO registered?

B520 KVO is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 June 1985.

Is B520 KVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for B520 KVO shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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