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P673 VEU

1997 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

49,695 mi
Last recorded49,695 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2021
Typical for 1997 BMW K Series37,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP673 VEU
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2021 49,695 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 49,542 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 48,347 miles

Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 47,701 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 47,301 miles

Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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

Fail 23 Apr 2014 47,279 miles

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

Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2013 44,927 miles

Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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

Pass 1 May 2012 42,905 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 39,579 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 37,527 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2010 37,488 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2009 35,102 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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P673 VEU is a 1997 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P673 VEU, 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 P673 VEU registered?

P673 VEU is a 1997 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 June 1997.

Is P673 VEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P673 VEU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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