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K12 DVD

1998 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

84,183 mi
Last recorded84,183 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2017
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK12 DVD
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2017 84,183 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

alloy brake banjos fitted

Pass 20 Feb 2016 81,269 miles

Alloy brake pipe banjos

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

Pass 20 Feb 2015 78,431 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Alloy brake pipe unions and banjo bolts used.

Front calipers partially seized.

Pass 21 Feb 2014 66,555 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2014 66,046 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d) DANGEROUS

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front brake system has alloy banjo bolts fitted

Pass 1 Feb 2013 56,487 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 56,355 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 56,270 miles

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

Offside Outer Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 Oct 2010 54,804 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 52,303 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2009 52,287 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 Oct 2008 48,498 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2007 44,866 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 37,926 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2005 36,016 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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K12 DVD is a 1998 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 K12 DVD, 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.

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What year was K12 DVD registered?

K12 DVD is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 26 May 1998.

Is K12 DVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for K12 DVD shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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