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P156 AHO

1997 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

31,593 mi
Last recorded31,593 miles
Recorded on4 May 2016
Typical for 1997 BMW R Series39,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP156 AHO
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 May 2016 31,593 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2014 30,635 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

Fail 15 Mar 2014 30,635 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2013 28,630 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 24,367 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 22,539 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2009 19,345 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2009 19,345 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 26 Jul 2008 17,319 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2008 17,319 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 13,036 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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P156 AHO is a 1997 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1997 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 39,828 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 R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P156 AHO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 29 years old, this BMW R Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P156 AHO registered?

P156 AHO is a 1997 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P156 AHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P156 AHO shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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