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R219 FNM

1998 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,273 mi
Last recorded30,273 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR219 FNM
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2025 30,273 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 22 Mar 2025 30,273 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 May 2023 30,034 miles

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

slight cut in rear tyre

Fail 27 May 2023 30,034 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

slight cut in rear tyre

Pass 5 Oct 2021 29,500 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 28,654 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 27,637 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2016 27,568 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e) DANGEROUS

Rear Hydraulic brake control creeps under load. (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

N/S/F FORK STANCHION LEAKING

BRAKE FLUID LEAKING ON TO REAR TYRE

Pass 12 May 2015 25,316 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2013 24,298 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 24,273 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 24,270 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 23,263 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 22,559 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 21,825 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 21,427 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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R219 FNM is a 1998 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R219 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R219 FNM registered?

R219 FNM is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 20 March 1998.

Is R219 FNM safe to buy?

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