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D512 MDB

1987 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

63,064 mi
Last recorded63,064 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2018
Typical for 1987 BMW K Series55,117 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD512 MDB
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2018 63,064 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 62,444 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 62,018 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 60,602 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 58,949 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 58,088 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 57,103 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2010 55,828 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 54,956 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 54,119 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 54,117 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 28 Apr 2007 54,045 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 53,952 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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D512 MDB is a 1987 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 D512 MDB, 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 D512 MDB registered?

D512 MDB is a 1987 BMW K Series, first registered on 8 May 1987.

Is D512 MDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for D512 MDB shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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