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R273 FVL

1998 BMW K Series

Yellow Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

27,128 mi
Last recorded27,128 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR273 FVL
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 27,128 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2024 27,077 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 26,879 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 26,729 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 26,438 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 26,069 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 25,809 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 25,632 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 25,282 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 24,499 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 23,306 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 22,190 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2013 22,190 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 21,346 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 20,310 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 7 Jun 2011 20,299 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Jun 2010 18,865 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 17,081 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 16,151 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 15,011 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 13,884 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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R273 FVL is a 1998 BMW K Series in Yellow with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 R273 FVL, 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 R273 FVL registered?

R273 FVL is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 6 March 1998.

Is R273 FVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R273 FVL shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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