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P342 RBH

1997 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 BMW K Series37,562 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP342 RBH
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 15 Aug 2020

All direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock fouling on radiator and fuel tank. (2.1.4 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside mountings worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2011 95,941 miles

bolt broken on main stand

no abs sensor fitted to front

Pass 31 Aug 2010 95,449 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 95,439 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

abs light on and no sensor fitted to front wheel

Pass 11 Aug 2009 93,827 miles

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

nearside edge of rearlamp lens broken off

Pass 11 Jul 2008 89,100 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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P342 RBH is a 1997 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P342 RBH, 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 P342 RBH registered?

P342 RBH is a 1997 BMW K Series, first registered on 26 March 1997.

Is P342 RBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P342 RBH shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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