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R459 OCF

1998 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

73,550 mi
Last recorded73,550 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2012
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR459 OCF
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 12 Jun 2012 73,550 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 12 Jul 2011 67,356 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 67,356 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2009 62,031 miles

Offside Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

cannot see rear pads

Pass 22 Aug 2008 62,468 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 62,102 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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R459 OCF is a 1998 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R459 OCF, 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 R459 OCF registered?

R459 OCF is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 30 May 1998.

Is R459 OCF safe to buy?

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