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R396 NCH

1998 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

67,079 mi
Last recorded67,079 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR396 NCH
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 67,079 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort slight warp in disc (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Jul 2024 63,205 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 62,323 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 61,191 miles

Rear Suspension slightly loose swingarm slight play (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 59,942 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 57,736 miles

Rear Swingarm has slight movement or free play.

Pass 8 Jun 2019 56,725 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2019 56,725 miles

Front Steering linkage component insecure fork brace loose and bolt missing (2.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 55,622 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 53,207 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 52,553 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 52,553 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 48,473 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 48,332 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 47,782 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2012 42,818 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 42,557 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 40,941 miles

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

number plate light not working

slight play in paralever bearings

Pass 23 Apr 2009 36,927 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 31,378 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 28,745 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 26,385 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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R396 NCH is a 1998 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R396 NCH, 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 R396 NCH registered?

R396 NCH is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 19 February 1998.

Is R396 NCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R396 NCH shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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