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D285 FAD

1987 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

59,497 mi
Last recorded59,497 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2018
Typical for 1987 BMW K Series55,117 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD285 FAD
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Fail 11 Oct 2018 59,497 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (Rubber) (6.2.12 (a))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Also partially covered with plastic (rear subframe). (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Lower Oil leak from engine.

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Shaft drive bevel box has oil mist.

Exhaust heat shield corroded and has sharp edges.

Pass 15 Jul 2017 58,062 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

valve stem perished (both wheels)

Pass 4 May 2016 55,610 miles

Front mudguard loose and could possiblyrub on front wheel

Front tyre perishing

Headlight aim slightly low

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 113,321 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 24 Mar 2015 113,321 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 10 Feb 2014 108,267 miles

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

front tyre perished and split

Pass 25 Jul 2012 101,845 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 100,058 miles

R/H indicator switch damaged

Pass 23 Mar 2010 99,089 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 96,726 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 94,617 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 92,322 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 85,661 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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D285 FAD is a 1987 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 D285 FAD, 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.

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What year was D285 FAD registered?

D285 FAD is a 1987 BMW K Series, first registered on 29 May 1987.

Is D285 FAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for D285 FAD shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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