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R189 LHO

1998 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,910 mi
Last recorded84,910 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR189 LHO
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 4 Sep 2025 84,910 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 83,778 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 81,532 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2022 75,776 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 74,470 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 72,121 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 70,299 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 69,107 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 66,978 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 63,776 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

front tyre starting to perish between treads

Pass 25 Jun 2013 62,750 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 53,730 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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R189 LHO is a 1998 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R189 LHO, 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 R189 LHO registered?

R189 LHO is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R189 LHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R189 LHO shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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