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C142 JJO

1986 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

35,435 mi
Last recorded35,435 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 1986 BMW K Series51,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC142 JJO
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1986
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 35,435 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 34,994 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2020 34,994 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2013 30,997 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2013 30,997 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2012 27,137 miles

front mudguard split

o/s/fairing split

oil leak on bottom of engine

Pass 14 May 2011 25,290 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 21,352 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 15,938 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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C142 JJO is a 1986 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 C142 JJO, 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 C142 JJO registered?

C142 JJO is a 1986 BMW K Series, first registered on 29 May 1986.

Is C142 JJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for C142 JJO shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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