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R442 XPO

1998 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

104,768 mi
Last recorded104,768 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR442 XPO
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 104,768 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 102,268 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2020 102,266 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort Fluctuation 145/75 brake effort kick out (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.10 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2019 100,626 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 98,545 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 90,132 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 84,295 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 79,795 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 75,638 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 73,844 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2012 71,431 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2011 65,807 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Pass 20 May 2011 65,807 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 54,371 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2009 38,345 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2008 25,038 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 23,360 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 19,304 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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R442 XPO is a 1998 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R442 XPO, 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 R442 XPO registered?

R442 XPO is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 20 March 1998.

Is R442 XPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R442 XPO shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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