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D41 BGW

1987 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

17,872 mi
Last recorded17,872 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1987 BMW K Series55,117 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD41 BGW
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 17,872 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 17,335 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 16,596 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 16,184 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2023 16,184 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 23 Apr 2022 15,531 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 14,820 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2020 14,514 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 26 Jan 2010 14,182 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 14,167 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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D41 BGW is a 1987 BMW K Series in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 D41 BGW, 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 D41 BGW?

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What year was D41 BGW registered?

D41 BGW is a 1987 BMW K Series, first registered on 16 June 1987.

Is D41 BGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for D41 BGW shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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