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RKT 212S

1978 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

56,899 mi
Last recorded56,899 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRKT 212S
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2007 56,899 miles

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

Fail 1 Mar 2007 56,899 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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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RKT 212S is a 1978 BMW K Series in Black with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 RKT 212S, 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 48 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 RKT 212S registered?

RKT 212S is a 1978 BMW K Series, first registered on 23 February 1978.

Is RKT 212S safe to buy?

The MOT history for RKT 212S shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RKT 212S have outstanding finance?

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