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K12 SPJ

1998 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

52,998 mi
Last recorded52,998 miles
Recorded on2 May 2018
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK12 SPJ
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2018 52,998 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 52,307 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 51,881 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 49,819 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 49,164 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 49,140 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 48,588 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 48,125 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 4 Jun 2011 48,120 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 May 2010 47,053 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 1 May 2009 45,275 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 9 Apr 2008 43,039 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 4 Apr 2008 43,033 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Feb 2007 39,244 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 May 2006 37,440 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 SPJ is a 1998 BMW K Series in Blue 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 SPJ, 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 SPJ registered?

K12 SPJ is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is K12 SPJ safe to buy?

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