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D259 CLM

1987 BMW K Series

Beige Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

50,534 mi
Last recorded50,534 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2025
Typical for 1987 BMW K Series55,117 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD259 CLM
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1987
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2025 50,534 miles

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

front brake dics rusty

Pass 13 Feb 2024 50,515 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 17 Feb 2023 50,492 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 48,885 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 48,285 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 45,480 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 43,844 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 2 Jun 2018 43,805 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect rear shock is not working correctly (5.3.2 (b))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Apr 2017 42,335 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 423,335 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 42,333 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 42,327 miles

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

Fail 25 Mar 2013 42,128 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator obscured (1.5.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2013 42,128 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 40,800 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 37,121 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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D259 CLM is a 1987 BMW K Series in Beige with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 D259 CLM, 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

How do I check the history of D259 CLM?

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What year was D259 CLM registered?

D259 CLM is a 1987 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 April 1987.

Is D259 CLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for D259 CLM shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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