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R104 LFL

1998 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

24,113 mi
Last recorded24,113 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2022
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR104 LFL
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2022 24,113 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 22,282 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

luggage carrier loose

Pass 11 May 2020 21,187 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 21,183 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2019 21,183 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 21,080 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2018 21,079 miles

Front Steering damper in such a condition that the steering action is impaired. steering damper leaking fluid (2.1.2d)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2016 19,475 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 17,019 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 16,950 miles

Offside Rear Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 27 Apr 2013 15,470 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 14,147 miles

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

Fail 4 Jun 2011 12,793 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2011 12,793 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 8,054 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2010 8,054 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 26 May 2007 7,413 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 7,122 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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R104 LFL is a 1998 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R104 LFL, 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 R104 LFL registered?

R104 LFL is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 13 June 1998.

Is R104 LFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R104 LFL shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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