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R517 PEL

1998 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

45,227 mi
Last recorded45,227 miles
Recorded on22 May 2024
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR517 PEL
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2024 45,227 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2023 44,954 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil surface coating spray or slight misting evident on both stanchions (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 44,193 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 43,244 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 43,171 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2019 43,162 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jun 2017 43,048 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir slightly corroded (3.2.B1b)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir slightly corroded (3.2.B1b)

Pass 28 May 2016 42,958 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 41,497 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2014 41,497 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2013 39,792 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 39,209 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2011 38,372 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2011 38,372 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 36,785 miles

front tyre slightly perished

front tyre unevenly worn

Pass 11 Jun 2009 34,963 miles

Nearside Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Offside Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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

front tyre unevenly worn

Pass 13 Jun 2008 31,875 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 29,188 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2006 29,173 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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R517 PEL is a 1998 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 R517 PEL, 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 R517 PEL registered?

R517 PEL is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R517 PEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R517 PEL shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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