MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
110,383 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front wheel bearings not tested.
Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d) DANGEROUS
Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e) DANGEROUS
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)
Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Nail in rear tyre
Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)
Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)
Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)
Rear o/s indicator lens cover loose.
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
How Reliable is the BMW K Series?
Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P26 ECF is a 1997 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.
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 P26 ECF, 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 P26 ECF registered?
P26 ECF is a 1997 BMW K Series, first registered on 28 February 1997.
Is P26 ECF safe to buy?
The MOT history for P26 ECF shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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