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D161 AFP

1987 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

4 mi
Last recorded4 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 1987 BMW K Series55,117 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD161 AFP
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 4 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2026 4 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 45,086 miles

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

Front Tyre has light surface cracking but is not deep enough to see ply or cord

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 24 Sep 2020 41,364 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 37,488 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 34,491 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 29,535 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 26,713 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 26 Feb 2016 26,695 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 22,984 miles

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

Rear tyre has slight surface cracking on sidewall

Pass 12 Feb 2014 19,092 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 17,107 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2013 17,107 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 15,738 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 13,853 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 13,705 miles

light switch bit worn but works ok .... rear brake master cylinder felt slightly damp underneath ? what it was and brake held on some time with no leak surgest checked in future periodicly

Pass 30 Jan 2008 13,568 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 11,339 miles

3 bolts missing out of exhaust heat shield

fairing fitted

plastic cover on front brake hose split

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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D161 AFP is a 1987 BMW K Series in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 D161 AFP, 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 D161 AFP registered?

D161 AFP is a 1987 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 April 1987.

Is D161 AFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for D161 AFP shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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