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P592 GVO

1997 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

41,124 mi
Last recorded41,124 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW K Series37,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP592 GVO
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 41,124 miles

Central Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jul 2025 41,124 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Central Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose leaking (1.1.12 (c))

Pass 4 Oct 2024 40,985 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 40,740 miles
Fail 5 May 2018 40,740 miles

Offside Front Upper Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Pass 13 May 2017 40,454 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 40,397 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 39,841 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 39,348 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 38,905 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 37,710 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 36,992 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 9 Aug 2012 36,992 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2011 35,838 miles

Offside Front Upper Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2011 35,838 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2010 34,282 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 31,529 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 31,273 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 30,826 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 27,545 miles

number plate light not working

Pass 24 Feb 2006 21,795 miles

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

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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P592 GVO is a 1997 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 P592 GVO, 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 P592 GVO registered?

P592 GVO is a 1997 BMW K Series, first registered on 9 June 1997.

Is P592 GVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P592 GVO shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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