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P320 CTF

1997 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

137,594 mi
Last recorded137,594 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2013
Typical for 1997 BMW R Series39,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP320 CTF
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2013 137,594 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 137,450 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 113,718 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 113,712 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2010 99,415 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 99,405 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 98,290 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 96,664 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 94,165 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 88,684 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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P320 CTF is a 1997 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P320 CTF, 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

How do I check the history of P320 CTF?

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What year was P320 CTF registered?

P320 CTF is a 1997 BMW R Series, first registered on 21 May 1997.

Is P320 CTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P320 CTF shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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