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C201 GDT

1985 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

28,519 mi
Last recorded28,519 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2024
Typical for 1985 BMW K Series51,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC201 GDT
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2024 28,519 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

slight rust on brake disc face rear

Pass 18 Jan 2021 28,472 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 28,459 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 28,430 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2017 28,430 miles

Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 28,201 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 28,201 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 26,830 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 22,580 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 21,499 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2005 19,875 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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C201 GDT is a 1985 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 C201 GDT, 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 C201 GDT registered?

C201 GDT is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C201 GDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for C201 GDT shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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