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P254 KTF

1997 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

15,651 mi
Last recorded15,651 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW R Series39,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP254 KTF
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 15,651 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2024 15,649 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 15,560 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 15,419 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 15,412 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 15,400 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 15,125 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 15,076 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 15,071 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2011 14,872 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2011 14,849 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 May 2010 14,405 miles
Fail 6 May 2010 14,398 miles

Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 10 May 2008 13,687 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 12,304 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 12,244 miles

Front tyre near legal limit

Nearside front and rear indicators loose

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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P254 KTF is a 1997 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 P254 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 P254 KTF registered?

P254 KTF is a 1997 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P254 KTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P254 KTF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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