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P369 UGO

1997 BMW K Series

Yellow Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

97,769 mi
Last recorded97,769 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW K Series37,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP369 UGO
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 97,769 miles
Fail 11 May 2026 97,727 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Lower Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Lower Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Upper Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 25 May 2019 96,868 miles

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn also (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 95,533 miles

Central Front Lower Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Nearside Front Lower Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Front Lower Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Rear Lower Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 94,421 miles

Offside Rear Lower Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 25 Apr 2017 94,421 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 92,306 miles

Nearside Front Lower Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Front Lower Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Rear Lower Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 89,284 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 86,559 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 84,647 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 83,518 miles

Nearside Front Lower Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Front Lower Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 28 Feb 2012 83,474 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Lower Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Upper Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Offside Rear Lower Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear Lower Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2011 81,416 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 81,416 miles

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

Centre Rear Upper Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 23 Feb 2011 81,387 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2009 79,358 miles

Offside Rear Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 12 Aug 2008 74,991 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Aug 2008 74,991 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2007 67,967 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 63,461 miles

Offside Rear Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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P369 UGO is a 1997 BMW K Series in Yellow with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 P369 UGO, 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 P369 UGO registered?

P369 UGO is a 1997 BMW K Series, first registered on 23 April 1997.

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