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B711 JCF

1985 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

Typical for 1985 BMW K Series51,061 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB711 JCF
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2018

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

Fail 23 Dec 2018

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

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2014 63,110 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Fail 9 May 2014 63,110 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2012 63,101 miles
Fail 31 May 2012 63,101 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2010 63,099 miles

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

Fail 11 Sep 2010 63,099 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2009 62,211 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2008 59,644 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 54,857 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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B711 JCF is a 1985 BMW K Series in Silver with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 B711 JCF, 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 B711 JCF registered?

B711 JCF is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 April 1985.

Is B711 JCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for B711 JCF shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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