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D869 BUT

1987 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

95,252 mi
Last recorded95,252 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2018
Typical for 1987 BMW K Series55,117 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD869 BUT
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2018 95,252 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2018 95,252 miles

Brake component is excessively corroded rear brake pedal (3.1.5)

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

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 6 Oct 2016 95,122 miles

Rear Brake component is slightly corroded brake pedal (3.1.5)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 90,684 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2015 90,684 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2014 77,131 miles

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

Fail 14 Jun 2014 77,112 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Pass 25 May 2013 76,420 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2012 76,123 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 75,487 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 7,522 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 74,250 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 73,312 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 72,387 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 71,979 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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D869 BUT is a 1987 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 D869 BUT, 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 D869 BUT registered?

D869 BUT is a 1987 BMW K Series, first registered on 25 June 1987.

Is D869 BUT safe to buy?

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