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R639 PGC

1998 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2022
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,659 mi
Last recorded78,659 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2021
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR639 PGC
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 3 Nov 2021 78,659 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 78,330 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 77,243 miles

slight perishing to both valves

Pass 30 Sep 2017 76,373 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 75,949 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged split at base (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2015 75,096 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 17 Jul 2015 75,057 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2014 74,433 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 73,104 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 67,371 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 65,752 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 63,077 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 17 Apr 2009 62,143 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

retaining screws on silencer end cap missing ? only one left out of possible four

Pass 12 Apr 2008 60,936 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 54,896 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2006 38,643 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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R639 PGC is a 1998 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R639 PGC, 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 R639 PGC registered?

R639 PGC is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R639 PGC safe to buy?

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