CarVerify

Free Car Check

R392 PJH

1998 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

134,634 mi
Last recorded134,634 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2019
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR392 PJH
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2019 134,634 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2019 134,634 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Feb 2018 132,005 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2018 132,004 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2017 131,909 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 25 May 2016 128,224 miles
Fail 20 May 2015 126,044 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 20 May 2015 126,044 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 122,604 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 121,954 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 121,397 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 120,602 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 119,136 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 18 Mar 2008 119,136 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 117,095 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 115,569 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 115,569 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
Full BMW K Series reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R392 PJH is a 1998 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 R392 PJH, 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 R392 PJH?

You can check the full history of R392 PJH by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R392 PJH registered?

R392 PJH is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 20 April 1998.

Is R392 PJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R392 PJH shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R392 PJH have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R392 PJH. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.