MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
56,157 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
How Reliable is the BMW K Series?
Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.
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R228 FNM is a 1998 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.
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 R228 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 R228 FNM registered?
R228 FNM is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 30 May 1998.
Is R228 FNM safe to buy?
The MOT history for R228 FNM shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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