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B827 OJC

1985 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,929 mi
Last recorded89,929 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2014
Typical for 1985 BMW K Series51,061 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB827 OJC
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2014 89,929 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 9 May 2013 88,118 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 88,118 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Fail 16 Apr 2012 84,458 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 84,458 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 81,354 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 79,831 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 70,203 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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B827 OJC is a 1985 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 B827 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 B827 OJC registered?

B827 OJC is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 31 December 1985.

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