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B813 VWX

1985 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

43,441 mi
Last recorded43,441 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 1985 BMW K Series51,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB813 VWX
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Fail 7 Aug 2026 43,441 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 May 2024 43,307 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 43,258 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 43,201 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 42,917 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 42,220 miles

Both tyres showing signs of perishing

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 24 Jan 2018 40,626 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2016 40,526 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 40,232 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 40,232 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 39,457 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 38,682 miles

rear brake pads getting low (inner pad)

Fail 7 Aug 2013 38,682 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

rear brake pads getting low (inner pad)

Pass 21 Oct 2011 36,994 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

centre stand corroding

exhaust shield corroding and rattling

front brake hose ends slightly corroded

front brakes squealing when applied

rear shock spring corroding

Pass 12 Jul 2010 35,515 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 34,021 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 31,087 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2007 28,605 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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B813 VWX is a 1985 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 B813 VWX, 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 B813 VWX registered?

B813 VWX is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 21 May 1985.

Is B813 VWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for B813 VWX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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