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R11 MNC

1998 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2025
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

33,492 mi
Last recorded33,492 miles
Recorded on31 May 2024
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR11 MNC
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2024 33,492 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 33,444 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 33,301 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2021 33,301 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2020 33,292 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 32,387 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 28,165 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2018 28,165 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e))

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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R11 MNC is a 1998 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R11 MNC, 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 R11 MNC registered?

R11 MNC is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 23 February 1998.

Is R11 MNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R11 MNC shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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