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D444 KML

1987 BMW K Series

Beige Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

65,205 mi
Last recorded65,205 miles
Recorded on22 May 2015
Typical for 1987 BMW K Series55,117 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD444 KML
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1987
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2015 65,205 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 64,604 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 64,603 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 60,497 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 56,285 miles

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

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

Oil leak

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

Rear brake pedal corroded

Pass 23 Jul 2010 52,766 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2009 49,510 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake lever slightly corroded (3.2.A1c)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 3 Jul 2009 49,510 miles

Rear Brake lever slightly corroded (3.2.A1c)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 41,959 miles

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Jul 2007 37,125 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2007 37,125 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Jul 2006 35,363 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2005 33,471 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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D444 KML is a 1987 BMW K Series in Beige with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 D444 KML, 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 D444 KML registered?

D444 KML is a 1987 BMW K Series, first registered on 27 April 1987.

Is D444 KML safe to buy?

The MOT history for D444 KML shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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