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R271 KAF

1998 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

36,473 mi
Last recorded36,473 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR271 KAF
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 36,473 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 36,413 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 36,140 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated arm ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2020 35,966 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 35,701 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 35,673 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2015 35,609 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2014 35,100 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2013 34,517 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2011 33,647 miles

Number plate light not illuminating

Pass 14 Apr 2010 33,172 miles

Number plate light not working

Pass 15 Apr 2009 30,653 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 30,653 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2008 27,601 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 27,398 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 26,131 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2005 25,832 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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R271 KAF is a 1998 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 R271 KAF, 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 R271 KAF registered?

R271 KAF is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 18 December 1998.

Is R271 KAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R271 KAF shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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