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C322 CRU

1998 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2020
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

91,471 mi
Last recorded91,471 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2019
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC322 CRU
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2019 91,471 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2019 91,471 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 55,927 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 2 Oct 2018 55,898 miles

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

Front tyre perished

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 52,075 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Fail 17 Jun 2017 52,075 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2016 45,156 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 45,156 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 41,277 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 41,277 miles

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

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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C322 CRU is a 1998 BMW K Series in Blue with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 35,983 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 C322 CRU, 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 28 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C322 CRU registered?

C322 CRU is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 19 May 1998.

Is C322 CRU safe to buy?

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