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R205 FNM

1998 BMW K Series

Yellow Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,972 mi
Last recorded52,972 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2009
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR205 FNM
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 29 Jun 2009 52,972 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 52,612 miles

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 26 Apr 2007 51,535 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 47,280 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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R205 FNM is a 1998 BMW K Series in Yellow with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 R205 FNM, 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 R205 FNM registered?

R205 FNM is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 11 February 1998.

Is R205 FNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R205 FNM shows 4 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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