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R31 TCR

1997 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

64,638 mi
Last recorded64,638 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2017
Typical for 1997 BMW K Series37,562 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR31 TCR
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2017 64,638 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 63,100 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2017 63,015 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Rear Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid rear tyre contaminated with brake fluid (3.2.B1e) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 60,773 miles

Rear brake spongy

Fail 10 Mar 2016 60,726 miles

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

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

Rear brake spongy

Pass 11 Mar 2015 5,772 miles

rear brake binding slightly

rearbrake feels spongy

Pass 8 Mar 2014 55,439 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 50,214 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 4,837 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 13 Nov 2010 47,888 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 46,518 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 43,999 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 4,148 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 39,583 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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R31 TCR is a 1997 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R31 TCR, 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

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What year was R31 TCR registered?

R31 TCR is a 1997 BMW K Series, first registered on 21 August 1997.

Is R31 TCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R31 TCR shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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