MOT Status
ValidMileage
48,501 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Steering linkage ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt ball joint dust cover (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
front brake fluid low
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Front Inner Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
o/s indicator switch worn
Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
o/s indicator switch worn
indicator cancel switch has slight fault
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
How Reliable is the BMW K Series?
Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.
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R843 XJA is a 1997 BMW K Series in Yellow with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.
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 R843 XJA, 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 R843 XJA registered?
R843 XJA is a 1997 BMW K Series, first registered on 15 August 1997.
Is R843 XJA safe to buy?
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