CarVerify

Free Car Check

P32 FJO

1997 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1171cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

17,876 mi
Last recorded17,876 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW K Series37,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP32 FJO
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 17,876 miles

EARLY SIGNS OF FRONT BRAKE BIND.

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Sep 2024 17,872 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Aug 2024 17,872 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jul 2016 17,743 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 17,334 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 15,895 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 15,847 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 15,219 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 14,975 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 14,442 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 12,488 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 11,545 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 10,866 miles

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

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
Full BMW K Series reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P32 FJO is a 1997 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 P32 FJO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P32 FJO?

You can check the full history of P32 FJO by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P32 FJO registered?

P32 FJO is a 1997 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P32 FJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P32 FJO shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P32 FJO have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P32 FJO. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.