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C234 GDT

1985 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2019
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,898 mi
Last recorded76,898 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2018
Typical for 1985 BMW K Series51,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC234 GDT
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1985
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 7 Apr 2018 76,898 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 76,711 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 75,759 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 75,064 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 73,098 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2012 72,113 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2011 69,177 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 68,797 miles

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

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

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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C234 GDT is a 1985 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C234 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 C234 GDT registered?

C234 GDT is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C234 GDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for C234 GDT shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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