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D170 PUD

1987 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

87,550 mi
Last recorded87,550 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2014
Typical for 1987 BMW K Series55,117 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD170 PUD
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2014 87,550 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 80,983 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2012 80,974 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 79,034 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Fail 27 Sep 2011 79,016 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2010 76,109 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2007 76,101 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

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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D170 PUD is a 1987 BMW K Series in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 D170 PUD, 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 D170 PUD registered?

D170 PUD is a 1987 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 April 1987.

Is D170 PUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for D170 PUD shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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