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C121 DYF

1986 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

72,686 mi
Last recorded72,686 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2011
Typical for 1986 BMW K Series51,115 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC121 DYF
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2011 72,686 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2011 72,416 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2010 70,074 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 68,633 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 67,373 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2008 67,351 miles

Rear Brake pedal is inoperative (3.1.3c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2007 66,029 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 64,128 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

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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C121 DYF is a 1986 BMW K Series in Black with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1986 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 51,115 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 C121 DYF, 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 40 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 C121 DYF registered?

C121 DYF is a 1986 BMW K Series, first registered on 9 June 1986.

Is C121 DYF safe to buy?

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