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R716 AAR

1998 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,486 mi
Last recorded15,486 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR716 AAR
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 5 Aug 2025 15,486 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2024 12,056 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 11,047 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 10,770 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2021 10,485 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 10,345 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 10,190 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 9,881 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 9,253 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 8,096 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 8,065 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 7,987 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 7,340 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 6,085 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2008 4,543 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 3,827 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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R716 AAR 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 R716 AAR, 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 R716 AAR registered?

R716 AAR is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 2 April 1998.

Is R716 AAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R716 AAR shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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