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P610 PSX

1997 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

25,144 mi
Last recorded25,144 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW K Series37,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP610 PSX
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 25,144 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 20,549 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 19,732 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 19,073 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 17,461 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 16,329 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2017 15,538 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 15,349 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 15,146 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 14,344 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 13,498 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2012 11,608 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2011 8,662 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 8,646 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 8,646 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 Sep 2008 8,279 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 7,927 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2007 7,864 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2006 7,026 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2005 5,768 miles

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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P610 PSX is a 1997 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P610 PSX, 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 P610 PSX registered?

P610 PSX is a 1997 BMW K Series, first registered on 19 June 1997.

Is P610 PSX safe to buy?

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