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P251 KTF

1997 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

23,166 mi
Last recorded23,166 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW R Series39,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP251 KTF
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 23,166 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 22,496 miles
Fail 20 May 2024 22,496 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 22,103 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 20,769 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 20,574 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2020 20,230 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 19,658 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2018 18,942 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2018 18,942 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 18,016 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Rear pads close to limit recommend replacement asap (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 Aug 2015 17,782 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 17,280 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 16,040 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2011 16,040 miles

Rear Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Fail 11 Oct 2011 16,035 miles

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

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2010 15,857 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 15,044 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 14,800 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 14,707 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 14,592 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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P251 KTF is a 1997 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 P251 KTF, 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 P251 KTF registered?

P251 KTF is a 1997 BMW R Series, first registered on 8 July 1997.

Is P251 KTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P251 KTF shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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