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B527 SEC

1985 BMW K Series

Yellow Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

49,035 mi
Last recorded49,035 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2014
Typical for 1985 BMW K Series51,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB527 SEC
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1985
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2014 49,035 miles

Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)

Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Fail 3 Jun 2014 49,035 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Fail 1 May 2013 49,030 miles

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

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake lever excessively damaged (3.2.A1c)

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 47,434 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2011 47,424 miles

Nearside Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.3.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2009 45,547 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2007 37,851 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 32,707 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2005 31,923 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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B527 SEC is a 1985 BMW K Series in Yellow with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 B527 SEC, 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 B527 SEC registered?

B527 SEC is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 17 July 1985.

Is B527 SEC safe to buy?

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