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R150 BUJ

1998 BMW K Series

Yellow Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

29,575 mi
Last recorded29,575 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR150 BUJ
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 29,575 miles

Central Front Upper Shock absorber slightly loose (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2025 29,575 miles

Central Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 29 May 2024 28,886 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 28,603 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 28,514 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2020 27,568 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 27,438 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 26,392 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 26,330 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 26,330 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Nearside Front Brake hose which buldges (3.2.B4)

Pass 27 May 2016 25,675 miles
Fail 27 May 2016 25,675 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 20 Jun 2015 23,298 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 22,808 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 20,396 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 19,328 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 18,838 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2010 18,779 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2009 18,486 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 17,966 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 17,475 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 13,766 miles
Fail 20 May 2006 13,766 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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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R150 BUJ is a 1998 BMW K Series in Yellow with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 R150 BUJ, 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 R150 BUJ registered?

R150 BUJ is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R150 BUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R150 BUJ shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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