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C57 EUG

1986 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

120,762 mi
Last recorded120,762 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2014
Typical for 1986 BMW K Series51,115 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC57 EUG
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2014 120,762 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

rear brake cylinder damp with fluid

rear wheel bearing/bevel drive slightly rough on rotation of wheel

Pass 27 Apr 2013 120,600 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2011 119,872 miles

Centre Front Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Centre Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Centre Rear Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Oil leak

Fail 17 Sep 2011 119,871 miles

Centre Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Centre Front Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Centre Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Centre Rear Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Sep 2010 117,869 miles

O/S FRONT BRAKE PADS LOW

Pass 17 Apr 2009 110,167 miles

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

Fail 8 Apr 2008 106,202 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 8 Apr 2008 106,202 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 101,943 miles

n/s rear in dicator lens secured with tape

Pass 7 Apr 2006 100,760 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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C57 EUG is a 1986 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 C57 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.

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What year was C57 EUG registered?

C57 EUG is a 1986 BMW K Series, first registered on 14 April 1986.

Is C57 EUG safe to buy?

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