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R142 OCH

1997 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

45,089 mi
Last recorded45,089 miles
Recorded on27 May 2023
Typical for 1997 BMW K Series37,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR142 OCH
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2023 45,089 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2021 41,807 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit x2 (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 40,680 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 38,064 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2018 38,064 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2017 35,000 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 32,559 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 30,947 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 29,087 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2013 26,963 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2012 24,527 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 22,201 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 21,956 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 20,760 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 19,647 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 18,387 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 18,288 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2006 17,666 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 17,666 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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R142 OCH is a 1997 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R142 OCH, 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 R142 OCH registered?

R142 OCH is a 1997 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R142 OCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R142 OCH shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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