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R374 NEL

1998 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2022
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,491 mi
Last recorded68,491 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2021
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR374 NEL
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 6 Mar 2021 68,491 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2020 68,345 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 68,168 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Feb 2017 65,741 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2016 61,536 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 55,303 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2014 50,349 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 45,378 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 39,453 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 36,479 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 35,120 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 33,352 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 32,365 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2007 30,705 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 24,846 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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R374 NEL 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 100%.

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 R374 NEL, 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

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What year was R374 NEL registered?

R374 NEL is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R374 NEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R374 NEL shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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