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P211 OTU

1997 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

41,475 mi
Last recorded41,475 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW K Series37,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP211 OTU
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 41,475 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 41,315 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 36,096 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 35,799 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2020 35,775 miles

Stop lamp not working not working from front brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Jun 2018 34,513 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Aug 2017 32,109 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 30,343 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 29,818 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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

Pass 14 May 2014 28,828 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 27,826 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 26,352 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2011 24,182 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 23,368 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2009 21,408 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 18,156 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 14,728 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 11,858 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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P211 OTU is a 1997 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 P211 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P211 OTU?

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What year was P211 OTU registered?

P211 OTU is a 1997 BMW K Series, first registered on 10 January 1997.

Is P211 OTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P211 OTU shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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