MOT Status
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29,291 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Nearside Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)
How Reliable is the BMW K Series?
Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R42 MCF is a 1997 BMW K Series in Yellow with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.
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 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 R42 MCF, 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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How do I check the history of R42 MCF?
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What year was R42 MCF registered?
R42 MCF is a 1997 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 August 1997.
Is R42 MCF safe to buy?
The MOT history for R42 MCF shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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