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R102 CMY

1998 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

26,867 mi
Last recorded26,867 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR102 CMY
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 26,867 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2024 25,401 miles

FRONT WISH BONE RUBBER SPLIT

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 14 Nov 2024 25,401 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

FRONT WISH BONE RUBBER SPLIT

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 30 Nov 2023 24,078 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 21,789 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

belly pan bit loose

slight change in front brake lever

Pass 10 Nov 2021 19,478 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit IN PLACES (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 18,075 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 15,551 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 29 Apr 2019 15,551 miles

Steering damper ineffective (2.1.4 (d) (i))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 3 May 2018 14,931 miles

no ABS light stays on

Pass 4 May 2017 14,546 miles

steering damper has light misting

Pass 6 May 2016 13,492 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 11,691 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 11,474 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2013 11,148 miles

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

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front tyre worn uneven

Pass 1 Jun 2012 10,955 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Jun 2011 10,699 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2010 10,377 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 7,847 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 7,091 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 5,068 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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R102 CMY is a 1998 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 R102 CMY, 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 R102 CMY?

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What year was R102 CMY registered?

R102 CMY is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 26 January 1998.

Is R102 CMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R102 CMY shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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