MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
73,329 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)
Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
abs light on
Abs light on
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
abs system defective
both tyres seriously under inflated
Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)
Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)
Front Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)
Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
ABS LIGHT STAYS ON.
Inner Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
How Reliable is the BMW K Series?
Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.
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R414 COT is a 1997 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
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 R414 COT, 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 R414 COT registered?
R414 COT is a 1997 BMW K Series, first registered on 21 November 1997.
Is R414 COT safe to buy?
The MOT history for R414 COT shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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