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C262 LNV

1985 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2015
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

32,907 mi
Last recorded32,907 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2014
Typical for 1985 BMW K Series51,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC262 LNV
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2014 32,907 miles
Fail 30 May 2014 32,907 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2013 32,874 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 25 Feb 2013 32,868 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front tyre slightly perished

Pass 15 Jun 2010 32,260 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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C262 LNV is a 1985 BMW K Series in Blue with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 LNV, 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 C262 LNV registered?

C262 LNV is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 9 August 1985.

Is C262 LNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C262 LNV shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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