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CEL 11K

1985 BMW 2000

Silver Diesel 2424cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

150,507 mi
Last recorded150,507 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCEL 11K
MakeBMW
Model2000
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,424cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2025 150,507 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2020 150,483 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2018 149,491 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 147,781 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2015 147,678 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)

Fail 18 Jul 2015 147,678 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)

Pass 9 Dec 2010 147,148 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 146,708 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2009 146,708 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 145,965 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 139,463 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 132,755 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2005 129,127 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 2000?

Based on 1,062 MOT tests across 144 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
456
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 46
brake binding 42
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 32
Stop lamp not working 29
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 25
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CEL 11K is a 1985 BMW 2000 in Silver with a 2,424cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

The most common reason a BMW 2000 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CEL 11K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 2000 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 41 years old, this BMW 2000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CEL 11K?

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What year was CEL 11K registered?

CEL 11K is a 1985 BMW 2000, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is CEL 11K safe to buy?

The MOT history for CEL 11K shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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