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D529 HJD

1987 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

85,703 mi
Last recorded85,703 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2011
Typical for 1987 BMW K Series55,117 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD529 HJD
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2011 85,703 miles

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

Fail 23 Nov 2011 85,703 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

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

rear brake not tested due to pads on metal

Pass 17 Nov 2010 79,819 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2010 79,819 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 25 Nov 2009 72,653 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 4 Nov 2008 67,485 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 64,238 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Jun 2006 62,444 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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D529 HJD is a 1987 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 D529 HJD, 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 D529 HJD registered?

D529 HJD is a 1987 BMW K Series, first registered on 22 April 1987.

Is D529 HJD safe to buy?

The MOT history for D529 HJD shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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