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D747 SRO

1987 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

68,993 mi
Last recorded68,993 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2020
Typical for 1987 BMW K Series55,117 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD747 SRO
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2020 68,993 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 68,428 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear brake fluid low and unable to see brake pads

motorbike visor missing

Fail 14 Aug 2019 68,385 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear brake fluid low and unable to see brake pads

motorbike visor missing

Pass 21 Aug 2018 76,453 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 66,568 miles

screen missing

Pass 4 Aug 2016 65,722 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 64,816 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2014 63,579 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 63,579 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 62,166 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 61,686 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 61,004 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2010 60,401 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 60,401 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2009 58,345 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 58,345 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 49,584 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2007 32,921 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 29,146 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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D747 SRO is a 1987 BMW K Series in Red 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 D747 SRO, 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

How do I check the history of D747 SRO?

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What year was D747 SRO registered?

D747 SRO is a 1987 BMW K Series, first registered on 30 April 1987.

Is D747 SRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for D747 SRO 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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