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C500 EWY

1986 BMW K Series

White Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2022
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

100,637 mi
Last recorded100,637 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2021
Typical for 1986 BMW K Series51,115 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC500 EWY
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 10 Nov 2021 100,637 miles

Exhaust slightly smokey

Pass 23 Oct 2020 97,848 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 96,233 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 95,464 miles

Rear shock has reduced damping effect

Pass 22 Jun 2017 95,375 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 95,040 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 93,907 miles

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

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

Sidecar wheel bearings have slight play (5.2.3c)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 92,692 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 92,661 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2012 91,905 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 90,669 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2010 90,303 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2009 89,494 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 88,905 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 88,078 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2006 87,630 miles

Rear Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

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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C500 EWY is a 1986 BMW K Series in White with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C500 EWY, 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 C500 EWY registered?

C500 EWY is a 1986 BMW K Series, first registered on 14 May 1986.

Is C500 EWY safe to buy?

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