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R247 RCH

1997 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

48,457 mi
Last recorded48,457 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2024
Typical for 1997 BMW K Series37,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR247 RCH
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2024 48,457 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 44,653 miles

Central Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 4 Mar 2023 44,596 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested due to excessively binding front brake (1.2.1 (g))

Front Brake excessively binding unable to check wheel bearings due to binding brake (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Footrest insecure footrest broken (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 42,819 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2016 40,227 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 39,282 miles

slight leak damper

Pass 5 Aug 2014 38,729 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 37,810 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 37,268 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2011 37,121 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 36,660 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2009 35,948 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 34,646 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 32,722 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2006 29,687 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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R247 RCH is a 1997 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 R247 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.

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What year was R247 RCH registered?

R247 RCH is a 1997 BMW K Series, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R247 RCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R247 RCH shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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