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R233 SSP

1998 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,188 mi
Last recorded34,188 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2018
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR233 SSP
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2018 34,188 miles

Central Front Lower Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jun 2017 32,814 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 31,351 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 30,704 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2015 30,691 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2011 30,437 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 30,436 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2010 30,436 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front suspension lower ball joint boot split.

Pass 18 Feb 2008 29,749 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2008 29,749 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2007 28,469 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2007 28,469 miles

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

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.

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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R233 SSP is a 1998 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R233 SSP, 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 R233 SSP registered?

R233 SSP is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 24 April 1998.

Is R233 SSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R233 SSP shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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