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C187 CUU

1985 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

40,785 mi
Last recorded40,785 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2019
Typical for 1985 BMW K Series51,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC187 CUU
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2019 40,785 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 40,611 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 40,319 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 39,659 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 39,261 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 38,859 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 38,602 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 38,224 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 37,852 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2006 37,448 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 Oct 2006 37,448 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2005 36,691 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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C187 CUU is a 1985 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 C187 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C187 CUU?

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What year was C187 CUU registered?

C187 CUU is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 11 October 1985.

Is C187 CUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C187 CUU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C187 CUU have outstanding finance?

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