MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
43,537 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Rear Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)
Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Prop-shaft universal joint worn
shaft drive excessive noise from rear planet gears
a b s brake warning lights flashing to show fault.
Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS
a b s brake warning lights flashing to show fault.
How Reliable is the BMW R Series?
Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P253 KTF is a 1997 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.
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 P253 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What year was P253 KTF registered?
P253 KTF is a 1997 BMW R Series, first registered on 8 July 1997.
Is P253 KTF safe to buy?
The MOT history for P253 KTF shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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