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B722 MPA

1985 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

23,097 mi
Last recorded23,097 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2016
Typical for 1985 BMW K Series51,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB722 MPA
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2016 23,097 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2016 23,097 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 5 Mar 2016 23,092 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2013 22,754 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 21 May 2012 21,733 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 19 May 2011 20,347 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 12 May 2010 18,992 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2009 52,183 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 May 2008 51,792 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 51,676 miles

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

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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B722 MPA is a 1985 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,000cc 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 B722 MPA, 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 B722 MPA registered?

B722 MPA is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 February 1985.

Is B722 MPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for B722 MPA shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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