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R71 NRC

1998 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2015
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

39,741 mi
Last recorded39,741 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2014
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR71 NRC
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2014 39,741 miles

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Fail 23 Sep 2014 39,741 miles

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Fail 27 Apr 2013 39,735 miles

Front Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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

Pass 22 May 2010 39,419 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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

abs light stays on abs fault may be present

Fail 15 May 2010 39,410 miles

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

Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)

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

abs light stays on abs fault may be present

Pass 16 Aug 2008 39,067 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 38,408 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 38,398 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2006 37,055 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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R71 NRC is a 1998 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 R71 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 R71 NRC registered?

R71 NRC is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is R71 NRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R71 NRC shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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