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R452 LFV

1998 BMW K Series

White Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

39,153 mi
Last recorded39,153 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR452 LFV
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 39,153 miles

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

Slight cracking on front tyre sidewall

Pass 26 Jul 2024 38,202 miles

Slight cracking on front tyre sidewall

Fail 24 Jul 2024 38,202 miles

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

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Slight cracking on front tyre sidewall

Pass 16 Feb 2017 37,123 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 37,050 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 36,788 miles

advise front brake switch

Pass 7 May 2013 35,814 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 35,814 miles

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Pass 10 Apr 2008 34,059 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2007 31,709 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Feb 2006 30,423 miles

Front Lower Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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R452 LFV is a 1998 BMW K Series in White with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R452 LFV, 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 R452 LFV?

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What year was R452 LFV registered?

R452 LFV is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R452 LFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R452 LFV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R452 LFV have outstanding finance?

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