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B914 SLJ

1985 BMW K Series

White Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

89,527 mi
Last recorded89,527 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 1985 BMW K Series51,061 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB914 SLJ
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2025 89,527 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 89,139 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 88,954 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 87,692 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2018 87,687 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Mar 2017 85,984 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 83,622 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 82,131 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 82,020 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 81,525 miles

Oil leak

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

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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B914 SLJ is a 1985 BMW K Series in White with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 B914 SLJ, 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 B914 SLJ registered?

B914 SLJ is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 5 March 1985.

Is B914 SLJ safe to buy?

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