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R147 OCH

1997 BMW K Series

Yellow Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,165 mi
Last recorded56,165 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2019
Typical for 1997 BMW K Series37,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR147 OCH
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 27 Nov 2019 56,165 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2018 54,552 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2017 52,981 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2016 51,706 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 50,845 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 49,844 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 48,724 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 47,498 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 45,049 miles

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

Steering damper leaking

Pass 15 May 2010 41,025 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 40,318 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 39,433 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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R147 OCH is a 1997 BMW K Series in Yellow with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R147 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 R147 OCH registered?

R147 OCH is a 1997 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R147 OCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R147 OCH shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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