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C500 GKR

1986 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2014
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,901 mi
Last recorded88,901 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2013
Typical for 1986 BMW K Series51,115 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC500 GKR
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 19 Apr 2013 88,901 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2012 76,429 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 75,378 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 66,898 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 56,081 miles

ADVISE...FRONT DISCS WORN

ADVISE...NEUTREL LIGHT N/W

ADVISE...REAR DISC WORN

ADVISE...SLIGHT OIL LEAK FROM FRONT OF ENGINE

Pass 5 Apr 2008 44,890 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 43,600 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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C500 GKR is a 1986 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 GKR, 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 C500 GKR?

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What year was C500 GKR registered?

C500 GKR is a 1986 BMW K Series, first registered on 12 June 1986.

Is C500 GKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C500 GKR shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C500 GKR have outstanding finance?

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