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C262 ECW

1985 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,170 mi
Last recorded90,170 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2019
Typical for 1985 BMW K Series51,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC262 ECW
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2019 90,170 miles

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

Fail 6 Jun 2019 90,170 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Jun 2018 88,455 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit slightly perished (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2017 86,354 miles

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

front tyre slightly perished

Fail 5 Jun 2017 86,354 miles

Front suspension assembly component loose top yoke nut (2.3.1)

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

front tyre slightly perished

Pass 10 Jun 2016 85,062 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2015 84,146 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 16 May 2014 82,444 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 82,444 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 May 2013 81,092 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 81,071 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 80,663 miles

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Fail 22 May 2008 79,282 miles

Fairing so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 22 May 2008 79,282 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 77,974 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 77,949 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2006 74,731 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 9 Feb 2006 24,708 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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C262 ECW is a 1985 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 C262 ECW, 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 C262 ECW registered?

C262 ECW is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 September 1985.

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