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R226 KUM

1998 BMW 316

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

50,508 mi
Last recorded50,508 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2018
Typical for 1998 BMW 31698,622 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR226 KUM
MakeBMW
Model316
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2018 50,508 miles

oil leak

Pass 18 Oct 2017 49,730 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 98,498 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 47,980 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2015 47,980 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 47,418 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 47,255 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2013 47,255 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 19 Oct 2012 46,625 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2011 45,408 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Oct 2011 45,408 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 43,390 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 41,649 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2009 41,649 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Nov 2008 39,940 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2008 39,940 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Nov 2007 38,253 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 37,783 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 316?

Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,781
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
108,989
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 71,150
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70,761
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45,241
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 39,617
parking brake recording little or no effort 33,703
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R226 KUM is a 1998 BMW 316 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1998 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 98,622 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R226 KUM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 28 years old, this BMW 316 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R226 KUM?

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What year was R226 KUM registered?

R226 KUM is a 1998 BMW 316, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is R226 KUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R226 KUM shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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