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R886 AUY

1998 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

113,445 mi
Last recorded113,445 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2021
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR886 AUY
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Fail 23 Nov 2021 113,445 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated Fork oil (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated Fork oil. (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Handle bar rubbers worn.

Rear mudguard fixing loose

Pass 14 Nov 2020 113,358 miles

Handle bar rubber mounts starting to wear, advise attention.

Rear mudguard slightly loose

Pass 12 Jun 2019 112,674 miles

rear mudguard slightly insecure

Pass 21 May 2018 110,703 miles

Front and rear tyres nearing minimum limits

Rear shock absorber starting to weep oil, still damping okay. Advise attention.

Pass 15 May 2017 109,279 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 104,178 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 95,515 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 92,394 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 86,146 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2011 83,872 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 81,613 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2009 80,274 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2009 80,274 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2008 79,928 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 77,805 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 73,786 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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R886 AUY is a 1998 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,092cc 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 R886 AUY, 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 R886 AUY registered?

R886 AUY is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 13 May 1998.

Is R886 AUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R886 AUY 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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