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C23 BYT

1985 BMW K Series

White Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

54,075 mi
Last recorded54,075 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 1985 BMW K Series51,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC23 BYT
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2025 54,075 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 53,846 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 53,498 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 52,994 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 52,369 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 51,782 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 50,906 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 49,464 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 48,164 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 47,529 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 46,846 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2015 46,825 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 May 2014 46,352 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 46,007 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 45,549 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 45,289 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 45,245 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 45,101 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 44,282 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 28 Mar 2006 44,265 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

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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C23 BYT is a 1985 BMW K Series in White with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 C23 BYT, 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

How do I check the history of C23 BYT?

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What year was C23 BYT registered?

C23 BYT is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 12 August 1985.

Is C23 BYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for C23 BYT shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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