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C254 VRU

1985 BMW K Series

White Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

88,954 mi
Last recorded88,954 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 BMW K Series51,061 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC254 VRU
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 88,954 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 88,950 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 88,949 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2020 88,949 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 13 Feb 2020 88,944 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly throttle does not return to stop (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively close to wear limit (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork oil deal slight leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively close to wear limit (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2012 88,774 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 86,837 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 82,663 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear tyre has small cut in tread

Pass 22 Sep 2007 74,454 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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C254 VRU is a 1985 BMW K Series in White 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 C254 VRU, 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 C254 VRU registered?

C254 VRU is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C254 VRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C254 VRU 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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