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C220 UPG

1986 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

83,395 mi
Last recorded83,395 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2020
Typical for 1986 BMW K Series51,115 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC220 UPG
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2020 83,395 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 83,382 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Sep 2018 83,377 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 83,286 miles

Difficult to determine rear brake pad condition

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 28 Jan 2017 82,959 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 82,170 miles

Brake discs rusty

Difficult to determine rear brake pad condition

Front brake lever has limited reserve travel

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear tyre getting worn and cracking in tread

Sidecar wheel bearings are slightly rough (5.2.3d)

Fail 11 May 2015 82,170 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Brake discs rusty

Difficult to determine rear brake pad condition

Front brake lever has limited reserve travel

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear tyre getting worn and cracking in tread

Sidecar wheel bearings are slightly rough (5.2.3d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 82,026 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 81,565 miles

advise rear brake disc corroded-not afecting brake force.

Pass 14 Jul 2009 81,201 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 80,445 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 75,496 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 74,957 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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C220 UPG is a 1986 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 C220 UPG, 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.

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What year was C220 UPG registered?

C220 UPG is a 1986 BMW K Series, first registered on 23 May 1986.

Is C220 UPG safe to buy?

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