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B994 DGO

1985 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

38,121 mi
Last recorded38,121 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2016
Typical for 1985 BMW K Series51,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB994 DGO
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2016 38,121 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 37,605 miles

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

Fail 10 Mar 2015 37,605 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 32,701 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2012 28,936 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 12 Oct 2012 28,936 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 26 Sep 2012 28,899 miles

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2007 28,784 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 28,167 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2006 28,150 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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B994 DGO is a 1985 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 B994 DGO, 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 B994 DGO registered?

B994 DGO is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 30 May 1985.

Is B994 DGO safe to buy?

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