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C456 GKH

1986 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

25 mi
Last recorded25 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1986 BMW K Series51,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC456 GKH
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 25 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2026 25 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 57,822 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 56,597 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 53,046 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 51,826 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 51,250 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 48,789 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 45,801 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 45,069 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 44,043 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 42,535 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 41,021 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 39,293 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 37,288 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 35,963 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 35,342 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 33,560 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 32,239 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 31,004 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 29,377 miles

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

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

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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C456 GKH is a 1986 BMW K Series in Red with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 C456 GKH, 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

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What year was C456 GKH registered?

C456 GKH is a 1986 BMW K Series, first registered on 19 May 1986.

Is C456 GKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for C456 GKH shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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