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B790 OJC

1985 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2021
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

63,897 mi
Last recorded63,897 miles
Recorded on26 May 2020
Typical for 1985 BMW K Series51,061 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB790 OJC
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2020 63,897 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 63,427 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 62,850 miles

Oil leak

front metal brake pipes n/s & o/s showing signs of slight pitting from flexy pipe to brake caliper

Pass 30 Aug 2012 62,167 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2012 62,137 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Centre Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Centre Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2011 61,648 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

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

Pass 6 Jun 2008 60,826 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2008 60,826 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 23 May 2007 60,043 miles

Nail in front tyre

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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B790 OJC is a 1985 BMW K Series in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 B790 OJC, 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 B790 OJC registered?

B790 OJC is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 18 June 1985.

Is B790 OJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B790 OJC shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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