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B580 HJV

1985 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

126,822 mi
Last recorded126,822 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 1985 BMW K Series51,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB580 HJV
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 126,822 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2024 123,067 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 120,355 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 114,663 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 109,087 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 105,386 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Nov 2019 101,864 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 97,663 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 92,617 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2016 90,305 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2015 84,655 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 79,963 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 8 Nov 2013 74,905 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 8 Nov 2011 70,366 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 8 Nov 2011 70,366 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 66,575 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 62,957 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2009 62,957 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 4 Nov 2008 59,037 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2008 59,037 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2007 56,731 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Pass 10 Jan 2006 53,625 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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B580 HJV is a 1985 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 B580 HJV, 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 B580 HJV registered?

B580 HJV is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 May 1985.

Is B580 HJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B580 HJV shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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