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C304 PPF

1985 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

1,725 mi
Last recorded1,725 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2025
Typical for 1985 BMW K Series51,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC304 PPF
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2025 1,725 miles

Front wheel bearings slightly rough when wheel rotated

Fail 13 Jun 2025 1,701 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (5.2.3 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2022

Nearside Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 1 Jun 2022

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 88,887 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 87,905 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 87,141 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 86,945 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 86,850 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 86,507 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 85,409 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 84,658 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 83,449 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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C304 PPF is a 1985 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 C304 PPF, 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 C304 PPF registered?

C304 PPF is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 27 August 1985.

Is C304 PPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C304 PPF shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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