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B678 BGT

1985 BMW K Series

White Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

12,848 mi
Last recorded12,848 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2021
Typical for 1985 BMW K Series51,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB678 BGT
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2021 12,848 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2021 12,848 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 12,497 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 12,424 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 11,920 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 10,598 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 8,814 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2015 6,500 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 162 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 32,286 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2012 32,275 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2009 31,589 miles

front tyre out of shape

Pass 11 Oct 2008 30,121 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 28,228 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 26,573 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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B678 BGT is a 1985 BMW K Series in White with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 B678 BGT, 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 B678 BGT registered?

B678 BGT is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 18 March 1985.

Is B678 BGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B678 BGT shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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