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P208 OTU

1997 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

117,411 mi
Last recorded117,411 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2020
Typical for 1997 BMW K Series37,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP208 OTU
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2020 117,411 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2020 117,411 miles

Brake servo defective or ineffective ABS NOT WORKING!! (1.1.10 (a) (i))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect Front suspention has less than 1 inch ofdamping! (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Feb 2019 111,854 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 99,218 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 89,040 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 78,947 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 70,307 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 59,943 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 59,787 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 44,864 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 43,930 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 43,930 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2007 43,233 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 13 May 2006 40,276 miles

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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P208 OTU is a 1997 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P208 OTU, 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.

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What year was P208 OTU registered?

P208 OTU is a 1997 BMW K Series, first registered on 27 January 1997.

Is P208 OTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P208 OTU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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