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R734 MGO

1998 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,540 mi
Last recorded62,540 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2010
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR734 MGO
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 18 Aug 2010 62,540 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 53,055 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2008 47,530 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 34,085 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 31,750 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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R734 MGO is a 1998 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 R734 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 R734 MGO registered?

R734 MGO is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 7 May 1998.

Is R734 MGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R734 MGO shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R734 MGO have outstanding finance?

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