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C26 BPR

1986 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2021
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,910 mi
Last recorded78,910 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2019
Typical for 1986 BMW K Series51,115 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC26 BPR
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc
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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 24 Jul 2019 78,910 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 78,834 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 76,766 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 73,910 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 70,188 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 65,184 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 61,171 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 58,830 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2011 57,360 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 57,109 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 55,491 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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C26 BPR is a 1986 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 51,115 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 C26 BPR, 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 40 years old, this BMW K Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C26 BPR?

You can check the full history of C26 BPR by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was C26 BPR registered?

C26 BPR is a 1986 BMW K Series, first registered on 27 June 1986.

Is C26 BPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C26 BPR shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C26 BPR have outstanding finance?

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