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C345 JYB

1986 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 740cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

48,442 mi
Last recorded48,442 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 1986 BMW K Series51,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC345 JYB
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine740cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 48,442 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2024 48,307 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 48,048 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 46,461 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 43,202 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2020 43,202 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 42,818 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 42,528 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 42,261 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 41,416 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 39,623 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 39,542 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 37,415 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 36,732 miles

Slight eccentricity rear wheel

Pass 16 Mar 2007 35,999 miles

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

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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C345 JYB is a 1986 BMW K Series in Black with a 740cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 C345 JYB, 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 C345 JYB?

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What year was C345 JYB registered?

C345 JYB is a 1986 BMW K Series, first registered on 27 June 1986.

Is C345 JYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C345 JYB shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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