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P16 BKR

1998 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

14,874 mi
Last recorded14,874 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2020
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP16 BKR
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2020 14,874 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 14,150 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2009 14,150 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 13,430 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 11,914 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 11,625 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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P16 BKR is a 1998 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P16 BKR, 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 P16 BKR registered?

P16 BKR is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 18 December 1998.

Is P16 BKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P16 BKR shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P16 BKR have outstanding finance?

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