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P347 MOW

1997 BMW K Series

White Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

130,083 mi
Last recorded130,083 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2017
Typical for 1997 BMW K Series37,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP347 MOW
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2017 130,083 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 127,934 miles

Strong smell of fuel no visible leaks found

Fail 1 Apr 2016 127,911 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure Bracket fractured (6.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Strong smell of fuel no visible leaks found

Pass 26 Jul 2012 125,940 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 26 Jul 2011 122,914 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 120,692 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2009 119,188 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 116,536 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 114,279 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 11,191 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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P347 MOW is a 1997 BMW K Series in White with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P347 MOW, 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

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What year was P347 MOW registered?

P347 MOW is a 1997 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P347 MOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P347 MOW shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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