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P793 WYG

1997 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

48,981 mi
Last recorded48,981 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2024
Typical for 1997 BMW K Series37,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP793 WYG
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2024 48,981 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 48,967 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 5 Jan 2022 48,849 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2021 48,455 miles

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

Fail 4 Jan 2021 48,455 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Nov 2019 47,859 miles

Front Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess (5.3.3 (d))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 23 Nov 2018 46,649 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 23 Nov 2018 46,649 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 45,879 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 30 Nov 2016 45,169 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 43,635 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 43,619 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 19 Nov 2014 43,614 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 24 May 2012 43,579 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 43,152 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 20 May 2010 42,577 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 41,774 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 40,192 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 38,074 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 34,516 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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P793 WYG is a 1997 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 P793 WYG, 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 P793 WYG registered?

P793 WYG is a 1997 BMW K Series, first registered on 8 July 1997.

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