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D373 WCW

1987 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

44,613 mi
Last recorded44,613 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2017
Typical for 1987 BMW K Series55,117 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD373 WCW
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2017 44,613 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2017 44,613 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 43,615 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Fail 5 Aug 2016 43,615 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Fail 10 Jul 2015 42,451 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 10 Jul 2015 42,451 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 28 Jul 2014 40,342 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2013 32,882 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2013 32,882 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2012 27,929 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2010 25,816 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 24,504 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 24,500 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 23,379 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 21,029 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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D373 WCW is a 1987 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 D373 WCW, 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 D373 WCW registered?

D373 WCW is a 1987 BMW K Series, first registered on 10 February 1987.

Is D373 WCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for D373 WCW shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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