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P580 BDD

1997 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

34,874 mi
Last recorded34,874 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2019
Typical for 1997 BMW K Series37,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP580 BDD
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2019 34,874 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 34,629 miles

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

oil leak at front of engine

Pass 25 May 2017 33,313 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Oil leak L/H front of enine under belly pan. ()

Pass 9 Jun 2016 32,223 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 32,153 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2014 30,901 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2014 30,901 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 30,598 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 28,295 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2010 27,282 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2009 25,135 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 24,366 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 23,306 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 23,232 miles
Fail 24 May 2006 23,224 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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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P580 BDD is a 1997 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 P580 BDD, 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 P580 BDD registered?

P580 BDD is a 1997 BMW K Series, first registered on 11 June 1997.

Is P580 BDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P580 BDD shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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