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C681 FMG

1986 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

55,449 mi
Last recorded55,449 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2011
Typical for 1986 BMW K Series51,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC681 FMG
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2011 55,449 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 54,079 miles

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

Fail 4 Aug 2010 54,079 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 8 May 2009
Fail 8 May 2009 54,912 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 27 May 2008 46,682 miles
Fail 23 May 2008 46,582 miles

Centre Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Front Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

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

Offside Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

clutch action excessivly stiff and heavy,could be cable routing or partially siezed cable,advise reroute cable and lubeing.

Pass 30 May 2007 41,114 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 83,752 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2006 83,752 miles

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

Offside 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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C681 FMG 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 60%.

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 C681 FMG, 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 C681 FMG registered?

C681 FMG is a 1986 BMW K Series, first registered on 11 April 1986.

Is C681 FMG safe to buy?

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