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R242 RCH

1997 BMW K Series

Yellow Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,629 mi
Last recorded25,629 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW K Series37,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR242 RCH
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 25,629 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 25,607 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2013 25,287 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2013 25,287 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2012 25,862 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 25,201 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 24,990 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 24,771 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 24,010 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 22,685 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 22,504 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2005 22,422 miles

Upper Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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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R242 RCH 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 83.3%.

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 R242 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 R242 RCH?

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What year was R242 RCH registered?

R242 RCH is a 1997 BMW K Series, first registered on 6 August 1997.

Is R242 RCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R242 RCH shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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