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R762 JPB

1998 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

86,022 mi
Last recorded86,022 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2019
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR762 JPB
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2019 86,022 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 81,818 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 75,269 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 71,091 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 62,779 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 60,687 miles

coolant leak from lhs

front whhel is binding slightly

steering damper is leaking

Fail 16 Jun 2014 60,687 miles

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

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

coolant leak from lhs

front whhel is binding slightly

steering damper is leaking

Fail 28 May 2013 60,212 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 May 2013 60,212 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 17 May 2012 59,958 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 59,057 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 56,895 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 53,671 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 50,795 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 46,639 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 42,992 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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R762 JPB is a 1998 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R762 JPB, 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 R762 JPB registered?

R762 JPB is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 16 January 1998.

Is R762 JPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R762 JPB shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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