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R239 RCH

1997 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

41,920 mi
Last recorded41,920 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2012
Typical for 1997 BMW K Series37,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR239 RCH
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2012 41,920 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 41,329 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2011 41,329 miles

Rear Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 40,274 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 39,623 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 39,018 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2008 39,018 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 38,065 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2007 38,065 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2006 37,480 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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R239 RCH is a 1997 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 R239 RCH, 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 R239 RCH?

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What year was R239 RCH registered?

R239 RCH is a 1997 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is R239 RCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R239 RCH shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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