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B719 JCF

1985 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

77,540 mi
Last recorded77,540 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2015
Typical for 1985 BMW K Series51,061 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB719 JCF
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2015 77,540 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 77,347 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2013 74,315 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 74,216 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 73,335 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 73,335 miles

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

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2008 72,218 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 72,151 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 28 May 2007 71,520 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 70,536 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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B719 JCF is a 1985 BMW K Series in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 B719 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B719 JCF registered?

B719 JCF is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 18 June 1985.

Is B719 JCF safe to buy?

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