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S973 ADO

1999 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2023
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

15,656 mi
Last recorded15,656 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2022
Typical for 1999 BMW K Series36,501 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS973 ADO
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2022 15,656 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 12,284 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 11,866 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 10,226 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2018 10,221 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Oct 2017 9,540 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 8,218 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 8,200 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2015 6,757 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 6,610 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 4,651 miles

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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S973 ADO is a 1999 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1999 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 36,501 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 S973 ADO, 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 27 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S973 ADO?

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What year was S973 ADO registered?

S973 ADO is a 1999 BMW K Series, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S973 ADO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S973 ADO shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S973 ADO have outstanding finance?

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