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F124 LKN

1998 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

46,168 mi
Last recorded46,168 miles
Recorded on5 May 2015
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF124 LKN
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2015 46,168 miles

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

Fail 18 Jan 2014 46,168 miles

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

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

left indicator switch shortened

Pass 18 Jan 2014 46,168 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

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

left indicator switch shortened

Pass 14 Sep 2012 78,248 miles

needs brake pads all round

Pass 2 Jun 2011 61,578 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 60,694 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 60,317 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2005 58,995 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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F124 LKN is a 1998 BMW K Series in Silver with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 F124 LKN, 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 F124 LKN registered?

F124 LKN is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 17 April 1998.

Is F124 LKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for F124 LKN shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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