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C541 BOR

1986 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

931 mi
Last recorded931 miles
Recorded on15 May 2019
Typical for 1986 BMW K Series51,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC541 BOR
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2019 931 miles
Pass 22 May 2018

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

no speedo fitted

Fail 5 May 2018

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired no beam pattern (1.2.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

no speedo fitted

Pass 22 Mar 2017

Brake hose slightly deteriorated ALL (3.2.B3b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

NOT TO USED AT TIMES OF SERIOUSLY REDUCED VISIBILITY

ONLY TO BE USED DURING DAYLIGHT HOURS

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 21 Mar 2017

Indicator tell tale not functioning FULL BEAM (1.5.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated ALL (3.2.B3b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 23 May 2013 92,830 miles

Offside Front Fairing insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 91,934 miles

Fairing insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Fail 24 Apr 2012 91,934 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Fairing insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 12 May 2011 91,326 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 12 May 2011 91,326 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 21 May 2010 90,228 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 16 May 2009 89,578 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 88,292 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 87,498 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 16,592 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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C541 BOR is a 1986 BMW K Series in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 C541 BOR, 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 C541 BOR registered?

C541 BOR is a 1986 BMW K Series, first registered on 4 April 1986.

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