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C321 MRX

1985 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

108,207 mi
Last recorded108,207 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2009
Typical for 1985 BMW K Series51,061 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC321 MRX
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2009 108,207 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

SLIGHT OIL LEAK FROM ENGINE

Fail 19 Apr 2008 86,334 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Lower Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

rear number plate brocken but still readable

Pass 19 Apr 2008 86,334 miles

rear number plate brocken but still readable

Pass 14 Apr 2007 61,141 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2007 61,141 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Apr 2006 43,668 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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C321 MRX is a 1985 BMW K Series in Red with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 C321 MRX, 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 C321 MRX registered?

C321 MRX is a 1985 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C321 MRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for C321 MRX shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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