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D160 JKL

1986 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2025
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

2,074 mi
Last recorded2,074 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2024
Typical for 1986 BMW R Series55,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD160 JKL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1986
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2024 2,074 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 1,890 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 1,196 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 641 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2020 641 miles

Registration plate incorrect fitted with a white on black plate (0.1 (c))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 326 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 217 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 176 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 35 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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D160 JKL is a 1986 BMW R Series in Grey with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1986 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 55,718 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D160 JKL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 40 years old, this BMW R Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D160 JKL registered?

D160 JKL is a 1986 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 August 1986.

Is D160 JKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for D160 JKL shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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