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T185 ECK

1999 BMW K Series

White Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

83,651 mi
Last recorded83,651 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2008
Typical for 1999 BMW K Series36,501 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT185 ECK
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2008 83,651 miles

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

Fail 16 Feb 2008 82,541 miles

Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2007 47,095 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 46,678 miles

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

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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T185 ECK is a 1999 BMW K Series in White with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 36,501 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 T185 ECK, 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 27 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T185 ECK registered?

T185 ECK is a 1999 BMW K Series, first registered on 2 August 1999.

Is T185 ECK safe to buy?

The MOT history for T185 ECK shows 4 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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