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D145 PPU

1987 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

44,416 mi
Last recorded44,416 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2015
Typical for 1987 BMW K Series55,117 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD145 PPU
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2015 44,416 miles

Engine emitts a high degree of smoke through the exhaust when running

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

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

Front tyre has a high degree of cracking on both side walls

Fail 31 Mar 2015 44,416 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

engine emitts a high degree of smoke through the exhaust when running

Front tyre has a high degree of crackin on both side walls

Fail 31 Mar 2015 44,416 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

engine emitts a high degree of smoke through the exhaust when running

Front tyre has a high degree of crackin on both side walls

Pass 8 Aug 2012 45,403 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 33,379 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2010 27,901 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 21,411 miles

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

front and rear tyres slightly perished

Fail 15 Aug 2009 21,411 miles

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

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

front and rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 19 Sep 2008 21,097 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 20,293 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 19,641 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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D145 PPU is a 1987 BMW K Series in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1987 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 55,117 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 D145 PPU, 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 39 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 D145 PPU registered?

D145 PPU is a 1987 BMW K Series, first registered on 19 January 1987.

Is D145 PPU safe to buy?

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