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R912 KSS

1997 BMW K Series

Yellow Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

59,387 mi
Last recorded59,387 miles
Recorded on31 May 2023
Typical for 1997 BMW K Series37,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR912 KSS
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2023 59,387 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively brake binding slightly on roller & floor test (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort front brake travel (lever) is more than expected then quite sharp but locks out on roller test (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear disc scored slightly with light surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2022 59,376 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively front brakes binding slightly on roller & floor test - bike been stood (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear disc slightly rusty & scored lightly - bike been stood (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 59,373 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 59,367 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 59,361 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 58,768 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 56,105 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 53,129 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2014 45,609 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 45,609 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2013 45,250 miles

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 42,460 miles

Oil leak

Fail 18 Jun 2012 42,460 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Jun 2011 40,021 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 26 Jun 2010 39,464 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 39,420 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 38,004 miles

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

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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R912 KSS is a 1997 BMW K Series in Yellow with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 R912 KSS, 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 R912 KSS registered?

R912 KSS is a 1997 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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