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P201 WNJ

1997 BMW K Series

White Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2025
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,365 mi
Last recorded95,365 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2024
Typical for 1997 BMW K Series37,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP201 WNJ
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 4 Dec 2024 95,365 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 93,510 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2022 90,058 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 88,029 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2020 86,828 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2019 85,747 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2018 83,775 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Nov 2017 80,789 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 78,972 miles

Front brake slightly sticking

Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 75,668 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 74,780 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

fromt prake pad backing rusty

Pass 25 Jun 2011 73,338 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 72,205 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 70,768 miles

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

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

Pass 8 May 2008 69,833 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Feb 2007 68,615 miles

front brake discs worn on retaining rings

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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P201 WNJ is a 1997 BMW K Series in White with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 37,562 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P201 WNJ, 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 29 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 P201 WNJ registered?

P201 WNJ is a 1997 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 March 1997.

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