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P286 KCC

1997 BMW R Series

Green Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2024
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,981 mi
Last recorded66,981 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2023
Typical for 1997 BMW R Series39,828 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP286 KCC
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 6 Apr 2023 66,981 miles

slight bind on hand brake

Pass 12 Jan 2022 66,979 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 66,894 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 66,322 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 65,745 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

hand brake just meets requirments

Pass 18 Jul 2017 63,963 miles

slight brake bind on hand brake

Pass 7 Jul 2016 60,104 miles

Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 56,311 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 54,982 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 54,973 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 54,626 miles

Front brake discs have slight movement

Parking brake performance poor

Parking brake travel high

Pass 28 Sep 2010 52,002 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 47,870 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 44,945 miles

Handbrake poor

Nearside rear outer drive shaft gaiter loose. Noise from joint area, Advise to have it looked at

Pass 18 Sep 2007 42,270 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 40,309 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 40,290 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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P286 KCC is a 1997 BMW R Series in Green with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P286 KCC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P286 KCC registered?

P286 KCC is a 1997 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 June 1997.

Is P286 KCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P286 KCC shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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