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D331 YDP

1987 BMW K Series

Beige Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,344 mi
Last recorded89,344 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 1987 BMW K Series55,117 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD331 YDP
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1987
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 23 Sep 2025 89,344 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 84,588 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 79,055 miles

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

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 73,480 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2021 67,628 miles

Exhaust guard corroded.

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

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2020 62,656 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2019 56,886 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 52,397 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 46,686 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 41,762 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 38,516 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 35,209 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 32,694 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2012 30,069 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 27,383 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 25,039 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 19,863 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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D331 YDP is a 1987 BMW K Series in Beige with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 D331 YDP, 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 D331 YDP registered?

D331 YDP is a 1987 BMW K Series, first registered on 10 March 1987.

Is D331 YDP safe to buy?

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