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M205 JDW

1995 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

52,548 mi
Last recorded52,548 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2008
Typical for 1995 BMW K Series47,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM205 JDW
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2008 52,548 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 6 Aug 2008 42,521 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2007 35,833 miles

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

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2006 35,403 miles

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

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

abs warning light is staying on.

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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M205 JDW is a 1995 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1995 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 47,004 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 M205 JDW, 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 31 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M205 JDW registered?

M205 JDW is a 1995 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 March 1995.

Is M205 JDW safe to buy?

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