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B550 NSB

1985 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2016
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

44,832 mi
Last recorded44,832 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2015
Typical for 1985 BMW K Series51,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB550 NSB
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2015 44,832 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2015 44,832 miles

Front Brake pipe likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 22 Nov 2013 44,365 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 42,189 miles

Clutch really stiff

Oil leak

Fail 22 Jun 2012 42,161 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Clutch really stiff

Oil leak

Fail 19 May 2010 41,024 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 19 May 2010 41,024 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 38,823 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2008 38,795 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Fairings so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

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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B550 NSB is a 1985 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 B550 NSB, 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 B550 NSB registered?

B550 NSB is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 12 April 1985.

Is B550 NSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for B550 NSB shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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