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C208 SJC

1986 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,577 mi
Last recorded45,577 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2005
Typical for 1986 BMW K Series51,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC208 SJC
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 12 Dec 2005 45,577 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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C208 SJC is a 1986 BMW K Series in Silver with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 C208 SJC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C208 SJC?

You can check the full history of C208 SJC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was C208 SJC registered?

C208 SJC is a 1986 BMW K Series, first registered on 9 April 1986.

Is C208 SJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C208 SJC shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C208 SJC have outstanding finance?

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