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C268 LNV

1985 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2022
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

77,322 mi
Last recorded77,322 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2021
Typical for 1985 BMW K Series51,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC268 LNV
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2021 77,322 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 77,247 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 77,171 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 76,728 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 31 Jul 2010 76,728 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2009 69,633 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2009 69,633 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2008 63,851 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2008 63,851 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 Feb 2007 58,973 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2007 58,073 miles

Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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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C268 LNV is a 1985 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 C268 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.

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What year was C268 LNV registered?

C268 LNV is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 18 September 1985.

Is C268 LNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C268 LNV shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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