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C185 CUU

1985 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

48,537 mi
Last recorded48,537 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2015
Typical for 1985 BMW K Series51,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC185 CUU
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2015 48,537 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

front brake hose slightly chaffed

Pass 30 Aug 2014 48,212 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2013 47,511 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 8 Sep 2012 47,017 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 46,752 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 45,392 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2009 41,936 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 41,936 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 39,475 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2007 39,156 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2007 39,156 miles

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 1 Jul 2006 38,898 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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C185 CUU is a 1985 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 C185 CUU, 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.

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What year was C185 CUU registered?

C185 CUU is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 10 October 1985.

Is C185 CUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C185 CUU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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