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R783 WRA

1998 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

54,175 mi
Last recorded54,175 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2020
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR783 WRA
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2020 54,175 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Suspension ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 50,124 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 47,118 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 23 May 2017 46,656 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2016 45,588 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 45,004 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 43,838 miles

Some times with abs if light doesnt go out after one mile due to battery voltage being low turn ignition of and on again then it goes out due to battery voltage being up as enigine been run

Pass 28 May 2013 40,837 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 37,911 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 22 Apr 2011 36,125 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 34,350 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 33,582 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 32,197 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 May 2007 31,829 miles
Fail 19 May 2007 31,828 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 23 May 2006 31,016 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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R783 WRA 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 93.8%.

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 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 R783 WRA, 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 R783 WRA registered?

R783 WRA is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is R783 WRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R783 WRA shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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