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P171 JRA

1997 BMW Unknown

Green Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2020
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,207 mi
Last recorded31,207 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2019
Typical for 1997 BMW Unknown80,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Finance
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP171 JRA
MakeBMW
ModelUnknown
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 19 Jan 2019 31,207 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 27,358 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2017 24,875 miles

How Reliable is the BMW Unknown?

Based on 3,578 MOT tests across 1,301 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
2,543
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
1,301
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7
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P171 JRA is a 1997 BMW Unknown in Green with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 BMW Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 80,238 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW Unknown fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P171 JRA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 29 years old, this BMW Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P171 JRA?

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What year was P171 JRA registered?

P171 JRA is a 1997 BMW Unknown, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P171 JRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P171 JRA shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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