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P406 HNV

1997 BMW K Series

Yellow Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

46,333 mi
Last recorded46,333 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2016
Typical for 1997 BMW K Series37,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP406 HNV
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2016 46,333 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 45,760 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 43,196 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2013 43,128 miles

Centre Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Oil leak

stearing damper leakig oil

Pass 15 Oct 2012 41,636 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2011 38,013 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 37,998 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2008 36,028 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 33,630 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 30,515 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2005 29,173 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(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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P406 HNV is a 1997 BMW K Series in Yellow with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P406 HNV, 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 P406 HNV registered?

P406 HNV is a 1997 BMW K Series, first registered on 23 April 1997.

Is P406 HNV safe to buy?

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