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D460 LWX

1987 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

20,831 mi
Last recorded20,831 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 1987 BMW K Series55,117 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD460 LWX
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2025 20,831 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 20,084 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 19,453 miles

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

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

headlight mask fitted at time of testing

Pass 11 Jun 2019 19,150 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2019 19,150 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 17,875 miles

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

Rear rear tyre has small cracks in sidewall

Pass 30 Jun 2016 17,820 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 16,914 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2014 14,837 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 14,837 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 12,284 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 10,805 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 10,723 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2011 10,693 miles

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jul 2010 10,578 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jul 2009 10,426 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2008 9,786 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 9,786 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 9,259 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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D460 LWX is a 1987 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 D460 LWX, 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 D460 LWX registered?

D460 LWX is a 1987 BMW K Series, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D460 LWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for D460 LWX shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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