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P266 LYC

1997 BMW K Series

Yellow Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

32,089 mi
Last recorded32,089 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW K Series37,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP266 LYC
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025 32,089 miles

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

steering damper has a light misting of oil.

Pass 8 Apr 2023 32,087 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2023 32,085 miles

Rear Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 32,082 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 32,077 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2017 31,814 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 31,176 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2015 30,508 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 30,296 miles

Slight dampness front steering damper

rear brake pads not visible

Pass 1 May 2013 29,613 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 28,969 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 28,276 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 27,706 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 12 May 2009 27,706 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 26,908 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 25,785 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 24,282 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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P266 LYC is a 1997 BMW K Series in Yellow with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 P266 LYC, 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.

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What year was P266 LYC registered?

P266 LYC is a 1997 BMW K Series, first registered on 25 April 1997.

Is P266 LYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P266 LYC shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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