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C256 GNO

1985 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

43,564 mi
Last recorded43,564 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 1985 BMW K Series51,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC256 GNO
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1985
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 43,564 miles

Front Tyre is old - 2008 - but very light cracking

Nearside Front Indicator on bike not efficiently masked for sidecar use

Rear Brake travel long - but effective

Sidecar wheel alignment has slight toe-in Advise checking toe in specs for bike. (2.4 (c))

Pass 30 Sep 2024 45,181 miles

Nearside N/S indicators on bike not fully masked

Pass 18 Sep 2023 42,205 miles

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

Rear Brake operation spongy

Pass 3 Oct 2022 41,687 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 40,325 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 40,109 miles

Rear Slight rumble from the rear wheel bearing

Pass 17 Jul 2018 39,318 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 39,285 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 39,271 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2016 39,271 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 38,721 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 37,222 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 37,028 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 36,338 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Jul 2011 34,074 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 33,805 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 33,053 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 30,143 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2007 27,658 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 25,815 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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C256 GNO is a 1985 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 C256 GNO, 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 C256 GNO registered?

C256 GNO is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 8 August 1985.

Is C256 GNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for C256 GNO shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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