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R168 BUJ

1998 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

11,239 mi
Last recorded11,239 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR168 BUJ
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 11,239 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 11,128 miles

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

Fail 5 Jul 2024 11,127 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

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

Pass 26 Jun 2023 10,735 miles

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Brake fluid low

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Deteriorating (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 10,267 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 10,088 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2019 9,601 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 9,111 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 9,109 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2016 8,865 miles

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

number plate light not working

Pass 30 Jul 2015 8,731 miles

number plate light not working

Pass 28 Jun 2014 8,418 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2012 8,196 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 8,025 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 7,597 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 7,251 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 6,311 miles

no plate light not working

Pass 7 Jul 2006 5,920 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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R168 BUJ is a 1998 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R168 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R168 BUJ registered?

R168 BUJ is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 15 June 1998.

Is R168 BUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R168 BUJ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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