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B551 WUD

1985 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2025
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,918 mi
Last recorded14,918 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2024
Typical for 1985 BMW K Series51,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB551 WUD
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 18 Jun 2024 14,918 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 14,916 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 14,866 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 14,776 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 14,544 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 13,862 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 11,858 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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B551 WUD is a 1985 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,000cc 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 B551 WUD, 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 B551 WUD registered?

B551 WUD is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 11 January 1985.

Is B551 WUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for B551 WUD 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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