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R340 SFR

1998 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

36,384 mi
Last recorded36,384 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2022
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR340 SFR
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2022 36,384 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 34,641 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2020 34,576 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 19 Aug 2019 33,467 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 29,734 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 29,649 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 28,889 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 28,538 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2016 28,535 miles

Rear Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 28,035 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 27,917 miles
Fail 2 May 2014 27,917 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 27,082 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 25,825 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 25,524 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 24,634 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 24,048 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 22,839 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 21,484 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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R340 SFR is a 1998 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 R340 SFR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R340 SFR?

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What year was R340 SFR registered?

R340 SFR is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 July 1998.

Is R340 SFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R340 SFR shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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