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1997 RK

2017 BMW X1

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,481 mi
Last recorded20,481 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2017 BMW X143,429 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration1997 RK
MakeBMW
ModelX1
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 22 Oct 2025 20,481 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2024 19,808 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 19,125 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 16,831 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 14,102 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 12,238 miles
Pass 23 May 2020

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How Reliable is the BMW X1?

Based on 930,947 MOT tests across 114,866 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
6,836
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
114,866
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,863
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,459
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1997 RK is a 2017 BMW X1 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2017 BMW X1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 43,429 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW X1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,863 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 1997 RK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X1 typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 9 years old, this BMW X1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 1997 RK?

You can check the full history of 1997 RK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was 1997 RK registered?

1997 RK is a 2017 BMW X1, first registered on 31 May 2017.

Is 1997 RK safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1997 RK shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 1997 RK have outstanding finance?

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