CarVerify

Free Car Check

P253 TGY

1997 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1085cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

70,380 mi
Last recorded70,380 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW R Series39,828 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP253 TGY
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 70,380 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Fail 19 May 2026 70,377 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2024 70,221 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 70,050 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2021 69,631 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jan 2020 69,107 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 68,069 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2019 68,006 miles

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2018 65,068 miles

Noise from exhaust

Pass 28 Nov 2016 61,263 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 60,868 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2014 60,593 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 59,450 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 58,864 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2012 58,864 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 58,641 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 56,592 miles

rear pads getting low

rear tyre app wear bars

Pass 1 Aug 2008 53,696 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2008 53,696 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Fail 3 Aug 2007 46,299 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 3 Aug 2007 46,299 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2006 43,567 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 43,567 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
Full BMW R Series reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P253 TGY is a 1997 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 TGY, 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

How do I check the history of P253 TGY?

You can check the full history of P253 TGY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P253 TGY registered?

P253 TGY is a 1997 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P253 TGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P253 TGY shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P253 TGY have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P253 TGY. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.