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B797 FKW

1985 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

33,393 mi
Last recorded33,393 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2025
Typical for 1985 BMW K Series51,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB797 FKW
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2025 33,393 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 5 Apr 2025 33,390 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2015 33,361 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 32,694 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 32,603 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 32,436 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 33,235 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 32,993 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2009 32,963 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 32,417 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 32,328 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 32,085 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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B797 FKW is a 1985 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 B797 FKW, 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 B797 FKW registered?

B797 FKW is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 14 June 1985.

Is B797 FKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for B797 FKW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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