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D45 NKO

1987 BMW K Series

Beige Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2022
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

52,810 mi
Last recorded52,810 miles
Recorded on22 May 2021
Typical for 1987 BMW K Series55,117 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD45 NKO
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1987
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2021 52,810 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear tyre fitted to front wheel

Fail 14 May 2021 52,810 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate inscription illegible Broken (0.1 (b))

Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear tyre fitted to front wheel

Pass 6 Jun 2009 49,805 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2006 4,799 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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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D45 NKO is a 1987 BMW K Series in Beige with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 D45 NKO, 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 D45 NKO registered?

D45 NKO is a 1987 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 March 1987.

Is D45 NKO safe to buy?

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