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R642 AVG

1998 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

69,171 mi
Last recorded69,171 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2022
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR642 AVG
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2022 69,171 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 66,785 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 64,235 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 59,067 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2018 59,067 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Sep 2017 56,347 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 51,370 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 45,331 miles

rear tyre getting low on tread

Pass 28 Feb 2014 38,016 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 33,310 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2013 33,287 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Offside Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

fairing mounting has a bolt loose but braket is unafected

Pass 11 Jul 2011 30,851 miles

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

front tyre n/s + o/s sidewalls have superfisual cracking .

Pass 8 Jul 2010 27,249 miles

front tyre , n/s + o/s sidewalls have superfisual cracking .

Pass 9 Jul 2009 23,040 miles

1. rear tyre at legal limits. 2. rear brake pads becoming worn.

Pass 3 Jul 2008 21,645 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 21,404 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2006 20,926 miles

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

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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R642 AVG is a 1998 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 R642 AVG, 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 R642 AVG registered?

R642 AVG is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 12 June 1998.

Is R642 AVG safe to buy?

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