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P233 JSP

1997 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

57,148 mi
Last recorded57,148 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2024
Typical for 1997 BMW K Series37,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP233 JSP
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2024 57,148 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

headlamp lens, stone chip

lighting switch sticky in operation

Pass 30 Sep 2022 57,103 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 21 Sep 2022 57,103 miles

Offside Front Brake caliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2015 56,568 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 56,056 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 55,555 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 54,869 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)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 53,512 miles

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 51,167 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 50,083 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 49,759 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2005 46,382 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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P233 JSP is a 1997 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 P233 JSP, 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 P233 JSP registered?

P233 JSP is a 1997 BMW K Series, first registered on 28 March 1997.

Is P233 JSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P233 JSP shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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