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P403 AAA

1997 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

57,098 mi
Last recorded57,098 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2018
Typical for 1997 BMW K Series37,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP403 AAA
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2018 57,098 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Dec 2016 55,557 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2016 55,557 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2015 55,486 miles

Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 54,799 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 4 Jun 2014 54,799 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 54,652 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 18 Apr 2013 54,649 miles

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

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2012 53,284 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 52,419 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 50,504 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 49,713 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

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

Fail 27 Mar 2009 49,598 miles

Rear Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

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

Fail 27 Nov 2007 44,453 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2007 44,453 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2006 42,131 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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P403 AAA is a 1997 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 P403 AAA, 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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P403 AAA is a 1997 BMW K Series, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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