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A398 RUB

1984 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

31,823 mi
Last recorded31,823 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2024
Typical for 1984 BMW K Series50,694 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA398 RUB
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2024 31,823 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 6 Jun 2024 31,778 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Cannot see fluid level, discoloured chamber. Will check after test

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Mar 2023 28,454 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2022 26,810 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 23,775 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 21,375 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 20,988 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 20,427 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2017 20,418 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 19,708 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 19,011 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 18,714 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 18,276 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 17,238 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 16,436 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 14,939 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 13,777 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 13,800 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 13,800 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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A398 RUB is a 1984 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1984 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 50,694 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 A398 RUB, 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 42 years old, this BMW K Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A398 RUB registered?

A398 RUB is a 1984 BMW K Series, first registered on 25 July 1984.

Is A398 RUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A398 RUB shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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