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C139 KSD

1986 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

38,082 mi
Last recorded38,082 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2016
Typical for 1986 BMW K Series51,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC139 KSD
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2016 38,082 miles

Front front tyre has splits in side wall but not reaching cord

Pass 20 Aug 2015 37,700 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 36,541 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 34,042 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 32,987 miles

rear tyre starting to perish but not yet at failure critira

Fail 22 Jan 2010 32,960 miles

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 22 Jan 2010 32,960 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2009 32,881 miles

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

rear foot pedal is slightly deterioated

Pass 7 Jul 2008 32,256 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 32,013 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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C139 KSD is a 1986 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 80%.

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 C139 KSD, 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.

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What year was C139 KSD registered?

C139 KSD is a 1986 BMW K Series, first registered on 22 July 1986.

Is C139 KSD safe to buy?

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