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P26 KWL

1997 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

56,468 mi
Last recorded56,468 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2018
Typical for 1997 BMW R Series39,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP26 KWL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2018 56,468 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 3 May 2017 53,317 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2017 53,315 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Rear Mudguard insecure ()

Pass 9 Apr 2016 49,364 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2015 45,854 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 45,809 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

N/S Front brake caliper leaking fluid

O/S Front brake caliper leaking fluid

Pass 29 Apr 2014 41,294 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2014 41,243 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 36,177 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2012 32,991 miles

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 31,519 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 29,668 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2009 28,268 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 24,980 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 22,446 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 21,406 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
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P26 KWL is a 1997 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,100cc 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 P26 KWL, 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 P26 KWL registered?

P26 KWL is a 1997 BMW R Series, first registered on 4 November 1997.

Is P26 KWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P26 KWL 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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