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R901 GSC

1997 BMW K Series

Yellow Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

31,258 mi
Last recorded31,258 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2023
Typical for 1997 BMW K Series37,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR901 GSC
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2023 31,258 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 31,048 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 31,037 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 30,992 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Jan 2019 30,685 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2019 30,685 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Fail 18 Aug 2017 30,680 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake component is slightly corroded brake pipe ferrules (3.1.5)

Nearside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. dust seal (2.3.1)

Offside Front Brake component is slightly corroded brake pipe ferrules (3.1.5)

Offside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. dust seal (2.3.1)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2016 29,774 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 29,748 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 29,748 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 29,240 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2011 29,240 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 29,189 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 27,704 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 26,762 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 25,566 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 24,395 miles
Fail 8 May 2006 24,395 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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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R901 GSC 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 72.2%.

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 R901 GSC, 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 R901 GSC registered?

R901 GSC is a 1997 BMW K Series, first registered on 16 September 1997.

Is R901 GSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R901 GSC shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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