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C507 DNB

1986 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

61,889 mi
Last recorded61,889 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2015
Typical for 1986 BMW K Series51,115 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC507 DNB
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2015 61,889 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 18 Aug 2014 52,903 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 52,350 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 52,323 miles

Battery insecure

Fail 4 Jun 2011 52,313 miles

Nearside Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Battery insecure

Pass 11 Apr 2008 52,221 miles

Nearside 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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C507 DNB is a 1986 BMW K Series in Silver with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 C507 DNB, 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 C507 DNB?

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What year was C507 DNB registered?

C507 DNB is a 1986 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 April 1986.

Is C507 DNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C507 DNB shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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