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P309 RMB

1997 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

85,796 mi
Last recorded85,796 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2023
Typical for 1997 BMW K Series37,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP309 RMB
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2023 85,796 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 85,431 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 85,267 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 85,185 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

sidewall of rear tyre perished

Pass 28 May 2015 84,233 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 84,220 miles

seat locking location arm pulled out of duelseat and is in need of replacement

Fail 24 Jun 2013 84,220 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

ABS lights on

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

battery in poor condition

starter motor starts when battery connects

Pass 3 Sep 2008 82,260 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 74,300 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Nov 2006 62,810 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 53,632 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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P309 RMB is a 1997 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 P309 RMB, 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 P309 RMB registered?

P309 RMB is a 1997 BMW K Series, first registered on 24 April 1997.

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