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C588 CNW

1986 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

70,562 mi
Last recorded70,562 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2017
Typical for 1986 BMW K Series51,115 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC588 CNW
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2017 70,562 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2017 70,562 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2016 69,114 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 69,025 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2008 68,697 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 68,181 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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C588 CNW is a 1986 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,000cc 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 C588 CNW, 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 C588 CNW registered?

C588 CNW is a 1986 BMW K Series, first registered on 31 January 1986.

Is C588 CNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C588 CNW 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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