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R818 WWC

1998 BMW K Series

Yellow Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

110,100 mi
Last recorded110,100 miles
Recorded on21 May 2016
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR818 WWC
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2016 110,100 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 8 May 2015 103,592 miles
Fail 2 May 2015 103,515 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 May 2014 99,514 miles

Front wheel valve is slightly deteriorated

Fail 10 May 2014 99,464 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front and rear valves in wheels are deteriorated

Pass 3 Apr 2013 93,619 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 88,150 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2012 88,150 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2011 85,192 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 81,254 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 74,595 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 65,724 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 59,421 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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R818 WWC is a 1998 BMW K Series in Yellow with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R818 WWC, 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 R818 WWC registered?

R818 WWC is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 2 January 1998.

Is R818 WWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R818 WWC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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