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R463 TCW

1998 BMW K Series

Yellow Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

36,047 mi
Last recorded36,047 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2022
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR463 TCW
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2022 36,047 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

steering damper slight weap.

Pass 9 Jul 2021 35,526 miles

Front Outer Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Front Outer Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 35,425 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 35,307 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2018 35,088 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Fail 23 Jul 2018 35,070 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 34,890 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 34,749 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated ferrule is corroded. (3.2.B3b)

Fail 30 Jun 2016 34,749 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated ferrule is corroded. (3.2.B3b)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2015 34,502 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2014 34,066 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2014 34,046 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2013 33,620 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 33,263 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 32,917 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 32,407 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 31,045 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 28,128 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Sep 2007 28,117 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2006 23,624 miles

Rear Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

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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R463 TCW is a 1998 BMW K Series in Yellow with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R463 TCW, 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 R463 TCW registered?

R463 TCW is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 14 April 1998.

Is R463 TCW safe to buy?

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