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P202 MFL

1997 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2018
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,349 mi
Last recorded49,349 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2017
Typical for 1997 BMW R Series39,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP202 MFL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 24 Feb 2017 49,349 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2015 48,499 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2014 44,026 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 41,000 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 36,523 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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P202 MFL is a 1997 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P202 MFL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P202 MFL registered?

P202 MFL is a 1997 BMW R Series, first registered on 8 February 1997.

Is P202 MFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P202 MFL shows 5 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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