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B766 VKP

1985 BMW K Series

Yellow Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

78,056 mi
Last recorded78,056 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2011
Typical for 1985 BMW K Series51,061 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB766 VKP
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1985
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2011 78,056 miles

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

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

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

Sidecar wheel bearings have slight play (5.2.3c)

Fail 4 Jun 2011 78,031 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

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

Sidecar wheel bearings have slight play (5.2.3c)

Pass 25 Oct 2007 77,862 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Slight play in both front lower suspension bushes

Pass 4 Sep 2006 99,950 miles

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

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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B766 VKP is a 1985 BMW K Series in Yellow with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 B766 VKP, 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 B766 VKP registered?

B766 VKP is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 8 January 1985.

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