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R441 SCK

1998 BMW K Series

Yellow Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

67,172 mi
Last recorded67,172 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2024
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR441 SCK
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2024 67,172 miles

Rear Very slight play in final drive pivot or bearing

Pass 18 Aug 2023 66,204 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 65,882 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 May 2022 64,854 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Steering damper slightly loose (2.1.4 (d) (i))

Pass 14 May 2021 62,528 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 60,074 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

rear hub pivot bearing has slight freeplay

Pass 1 May 2018 59,183 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front tyre worn unevenly

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

Offside Front brake disc has slight movement

Rear brake may need adjustment/maintenance

number plate light not working

Fail 1 May 2018 59,183 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front tyre worn unevenly

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Offside Front brake disc has slight movement

Rear brake may need adjustment/maintenance

number plate light not working

Pass 25 May 2017 56,466 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 54,953 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 53,633 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2015 53,633 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2014 50,736 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 50,405 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 49,965 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 49,965 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 4 May 2011 47,198 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2010 43,358 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2009 41,613 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 39,661 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 39,329 miles
Fail 16 May 2007 39,135 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 May 2006 34,365 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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R441 SCK is a 1998 BMW K Series in Yellow with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 R441 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 R441 SCK registered?

R441 SCK is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 4 April 1998.

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