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C689 BPX

1986 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

71,410 mi
Last recorded71,410 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2018
Typical for 1986 BMW K Series51,115 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC689 BPX
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2018 71,410 miles

Battery insecure

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Nov 2018 71,288 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Battery insecure

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 64,852 miles

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

Fail 14 Nov 2017 64,852 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2012 64,038 miles

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

Fail 13 Sep 2012 64,025 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2011 60,732 miles

could not see condition of rear brake pads

Pass 30 May 2009 59,902 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 58,839 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 26 May 2007 56,801 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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C689 BPX 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 70%.

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 C689 BPX, 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 C689 BPX registered?

C689 BPX is a 1986 BMW K Series, first registered on 20 May 1986.

Is C689 BPX safe to buy?

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