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LIL 5455

1998 BMW K Series

Yellow Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

25,852 mi
Last recorded25,852 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2016
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLIL 5455
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2016 25,852 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2015 24,466 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2014 23,289 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 23,289 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 22 May 2013 21,211 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 19,302 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 18,853 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 18,545 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 17,852 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 16,719 miles
Fail 22 May 2008 16,695 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 9 May 2007 14,470 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 14,439 miles

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Pass 26 May 2006 12,336 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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LIL 5455 is a 1998 BMW K Series in Yellow with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LIL 5455, 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 LIL 5455 registered?

LIL 5455 is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 February 1998.

Is LIL 5455 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LIL 5455 shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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