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P348 SCA

1997 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

39,785 mi
Last recorded39,785 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2011
Typical for 1997 BMW K Series37,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP348 SCA
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2011 39,785 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 39,783 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 1 Mar 2010 38,902 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 38,670 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 4 Jul 2009 38,670 miles

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

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 1 Jul 2008 34,186 miles

Centre Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 34,186 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 30,365 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 11 Jul 2006 24,421 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 24,421 miles

Rear Brake linked system has a seized caliper pivot. (3.2.B5)

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

Front Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pedal cracked (3.1.2c) DANGEROUS

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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P348 SCA is a 1997 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 P348 SCA, 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 P348 SCA registered?

P348 SCA is a 1997 BMW K Series, first registered on 11 April 1997.

Is P348 SCA safe to buy?

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