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R250 FWW

1997 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

16,271 mi
Last recorded16,271 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2023
Typical for 1997 BMW K Series37,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR250 FWW
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2023 16,271 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 16,058 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 15,273 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 12,857 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 9,159 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 9,070 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2018 9,070 miles

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

Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Mar 2013 8,955 miles

Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 8,955 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 8,722 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2011 8,722 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 8,434 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 8,123 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2008 8,123 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 Nov 2007 7,787 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2006 7,268 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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R250 FWW is a 1997 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R250 FWW, 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 R250 FWW registered?

R250 FWW is a 1997 BMW K Series, first registered on 19 December 1997.

Is R250 FWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R250 FWW shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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