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R723 MGO

1998 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

19,827 mi
Last recorded19,827 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR723 MGO
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025 19,827 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 19,233 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2024 19,138 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jul 2023 18,744 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 18,346 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 17,509 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 16,419 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 15,755 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 15,440 miles

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

front tyre worn to 3mm

Fail 12 Jun 2007 15,380 miles

Front Steering damper ineffective (2.1.2d)

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 26 May 2006 14,689 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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R723 MGO is a 1998 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R723 MGO, 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 R723 MGO registered?

R723 MGO is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 7 April 1998.

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The MOT history for R723 MGO shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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