CarVerify

Free Car Check

P92 MMB

1997 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1092cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

63,356 mi
Last recorded63,356 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW K Series37,562 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP92 MMB
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 63,356 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 63,274 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 63,012 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 62,814 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 62,229 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 61,590 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 61,093 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 59,037 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 58,578 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 55,473 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 53,381 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 51,086 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2013 51,086 miles

Rear Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Fail 30 Mar 2012 48,566 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 48,566 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 45,444 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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

Fail 3 Jun 2009 45,178 miles

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

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

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

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

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Oil leak

Play in front floating discs.

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

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

Seat locked down but able to slightly raise rear part of seat.

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Dec 2006 37,492 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2006 37,492 miles

Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Fail 24 Oct 2006 36,556 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2005 18,496 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
Full BMW K Series reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P92 MMB is a 1997 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 P92 MMB, 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

How do I check the history of P92 MMB?

You can check the full history of P92 MMB by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P92 MMB registered?

P92 MMB is a 1997 BMW K Series, first registered on 17 January 1997.

Is P92 MMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P92 MMB shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P92 MMB have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P92 MMB. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.