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R169 JYJ

1998 BMW K Series

White Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

59,899 mi
Last recorded59,899 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2008
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR169 JYJ
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2008 59,899 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2008 59,896 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 55,625 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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R169 JYJ is a 1998 BMW K Series in White with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R169 JYJ, 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 R169 JYJ registered?

R169 JYJ is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 8 April 1998.

Is R169 JYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R169 JYJ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R169 JYJ have outstanding finance?

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