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P267 RYM

1997 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

70,370 mi
Last recorded70,370 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2017
Typical for 1997 BMW K Series37,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP267 RYM
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2017 70,370 miles

Front Upper Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Fail 10 Apr 2017 70,370 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Upper Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 63,104 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 61,418 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 60,890 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 59,953 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2009 59,371 miles

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

Fail 5 Dec 2009 59,371 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Pass 3 Jan 2009 58,137 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 55,973 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2007 55,961 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 19 Jan 2007 54,850 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Jan 2006 54,028 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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P267 RYM is a 1997 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P267 RYM, 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 P267 RYM registered?

P267 RYM is a 1997 BMW K Series, first registered on 4 January 1997.

Is P267 RYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P267 RYM shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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