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C291 BUV

1985 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,266 mi
Last recorded79,266 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2017
Typical for 1985 BMW K Series51,061 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC291 BUV
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2017 79,266 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion both (2.3.3)

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

front tyre has slight cracks

Pass 9 Jun 2016 78,801 miles

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

both side panels loose

front tyre has slight cracks

Pass 30 May 2015 78,267 miles

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

Fail 26 May 2015 78,266 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2013 77,715 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 77,659 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 77,408 miles
Fail 30 May 2009 76,947 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2009 76,947 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 71,446 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2007 71,417 miles

Centre Front Upper Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Centre Rear Lower Brake component worn and seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Pass 15 Jul 2006 68,093 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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C291 BUV is a 1985 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 C291 BUV, 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 C291 BUV registered?

C291 BUV is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 27 September 1985.

Is C291 BUV safe to buy?

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