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R437 SCK

1998 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

68,269 mi
Last recorded68,269 miles
Recorded on16 May 2014
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR437 SCK
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 May 2014 68,269 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 67,258 miles

front flexi pipe not slightly insecure

Pass 30 Apr 2012 64,186 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 60,919 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 60,919 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 19 Apr 2010 55,321 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2010 55,321 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2009 49,152 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 43,390 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 38,249 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2007 38,249 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2006 34,216 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2006 34,216 miles

Front Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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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R437 SCK is a 1998 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 R437 SCK, 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 R437 SCK registered?

R437 SCK is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 21 March 1998.

Is R437 SCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R437 SCK shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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