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R62 NRC

1998 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

64,507 mi
Last recorded64,507 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR62 NRC
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 64,507 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 19 May 2026 64,507 miles

Nearside Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 60,408 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2023 57,443 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2023 57,431 miles

Front Wheel excessively distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2022 55,255 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2021 53,527 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 51,216 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 50,623 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

rear shocker has reduced damping effect

Pass 23 Aug 2017 49,689 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated corroded (3.2.B3b)

Rear no plate deteriorated

Pass 1 Aug 2016 49,222 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Aug 2015 48,678 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 27 Jul 2015 48,623 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 46,578 miles

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

front brake feels spongy & direction indicator control switch comeclose to fairings with steering on full lock

Pass 25 Jul 2013 45,435 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2013 45,430 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 44,172 miles

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

Fail 25 May 2012 44,162 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Apr 2011 41,780 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Mar 2010 39,571 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 37,505 miles

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

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

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

Fail 10 Mar 2009 37,498 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

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

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

Pass 14 May 2008 36,230 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 36,230 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 34,744 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 May 2006 32,764 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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R62 NRC is a 1998 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R62 NRC, 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 R62 NRC registered?

R62 NRC is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 25 April 1998.

Is R62 NRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R62 NRC shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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