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R113 SVM

1997 BMW K Series

White Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2011
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

43,108 mi
Last recorded43,108 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2010
Typical for 1997 BMW K Series37,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR113 SVM
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2010 43,108 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2010 43,108 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2007 30,200 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 30,200 miles

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 May 2006 28,775 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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R113 SVM is a 1997 BMW K Series in White with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 R113 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R113 SVM registered?

R113 SVM is a 1997 BMW K Series, first registered on 10 September 1997.

Is R113 SVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R113 SVM shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R113 SVM have outstanding finance?

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