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R461 XPO

1998 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

13,668 mi
Last recorded13,668 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR461 XPO
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 13,668 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 13,362 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 12,907 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2023 12,238 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 11,346 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 10,988 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 10,529 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 10,404 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2018 10,404 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 3 Oct 2017 10,271 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 9,858 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 9,613 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 9,229 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 8,601 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 7,841 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 6,853 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 5,642 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 4,405 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2009 4,405 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2008 3,146 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 2,979 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2007 2,967 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 22 Nov 2006 2,960 miles

Offside 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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R461 XPO is a 1998 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 R461 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R461 XPO registered?

R461 XPO is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 4 June 1998.

Is R461 XPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R461 XPO shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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