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C219 AOS

1985 BMW K Series

Orange Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

56,978 mi
Last recorded56,978 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2015
Typical for 1985 BMW K Series51,061 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC219 AOS
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1985
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2015 56,978 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 56,812 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2012 56,789 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 56,786 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 28 May 2010 55,317 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Feb 2009 49,507 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2007 45,097 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 39,750 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 29 Nov 2006 39,750 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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C219 AOS is a 1985 BMW K Series in Orange with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 C219 AOS, 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

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What year was C219 AOS registered?

C219 AOS is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 7 August 1985.

Is C219 AOS safe to buy?

The MOT history for C219 AOS 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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