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C56 EUG

1986 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

171,715 mi
Last recorded171,715 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 1986 BMW K Series51,115 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC56 EUG
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 171,715 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2025 171,715 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 1 Aug 2024 171,699 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

slight oil leak

Pass 21 Jul 2023 171,433 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 171,343 miles

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

Fail 17 Jun 2022 171,339 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 9 Jun 2021 170,259 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2020 36,035 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 34,471 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 32,761 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

cut in front tyre not deep enough to reach cords

Pass 9 Sep 2016 73,247 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn front and rear (3.2.A1l)

slight bind on front brake

Pass 20 Apr 2011 73,124 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 73,124 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 73,121 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2008 73,121 miles

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 26 Oct 2007 70,839 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 67,364 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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C56 EUG is a 1986 BMW K Series in Red with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 C56 EUG, 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 C56 EUG registered?

C56 EUG is a 1986 BMW K Series, first registered on 14 April 1986.

Is C56 EUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for C56 EUG shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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