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R112 SVM

1997 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

41,432 mi
Last recorded41,432 miles
Recorded on15 May 2012
Typical for 1997 BMW K Series37,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR112 SVM
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2012 41,432 miles

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

Front brake disc mounting buttons slightly worn .

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2010 41,313 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 40,519 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Mar 2009 40,469 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 26 Feb 2008 37,456 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 34,351 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2005 32,909 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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R112 SVM is a 1997 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R112 SVM, 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.

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What year was R112 SVM registered?

R112 SVM is a 1997 BMW K Series, first registered on 10 September 1997.

Is R112 SVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R112 SVM shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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