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P223 UAH

1997 BMW R Series

White Petrol 1084cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,012 mi
Last recorded40,012 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2022
Typical for 1997 BMW R Series39,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP223 UAH
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,084cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2022 40,012 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 38,884 miles

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

Fail 5 Jul 2019 38,863 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick not fit for use (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 May 2018 37,554 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2017 34,394 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 31,865 miles

f/t3mm r/t5mm

Pass 22 May 2015 29,569 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 28,175 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2013 26,976 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 25,390 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 24,545 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 24,100 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 24,047 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 24,047 miles

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Pass 20 May 2008 23,363 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 22,342 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2007 22,342 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2006 20,802 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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P223 UAH is a 1997 BMW R Series in White with a 1,084cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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

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 P223 UAH, 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.

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What year was P223 UAH registered?

P223 UAH is a 1997 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P223 UAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P223 UAH shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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