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K4 PAW

1998 BMW K Series

Yellow Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,953 mi
Last recorded9,953 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK4 PAW
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 16 Jul 2025 9,953 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 9,315 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 8,219 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 8,206 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 8,201 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 7,890 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2020 7,696 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2019 7,599 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 6,369 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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K4 PAW is a 1998 BMW K Series in Yellow with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 K4 PAW, 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

How do I check the history of K4 PAW?

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What year was K4 PAW registered?

K4 PAW is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 19 May 1998.

Is K4 PAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K4 PAW shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does K4 PAW have outstanding finance?

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