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R908 RWR

1998 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2023
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

72,007 mi
Last recorded72,007 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2022
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR908 RWR
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2022 72,007 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 71,904 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2021 71,904 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering damper ineffective (2.1.4 (d) (i))

Fail 21 Oct 2021 71,887 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2020 71,569 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 67,388 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 60,750 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2018 60,748 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2017 59,825 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2017 5,982 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 58,789 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2015 58,789 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2014 56,703 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2014 56,703 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 54,636 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2011 52,812 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2011 52,812 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 49,571 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 49,571 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 8 Jul 2009 49,490 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 49,022 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 48,077 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 47,319 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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R908 RWR is a 1998 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 R908 RWR, 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 R908 RWR registered?

R908 RWR is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 8 May 1998.

Is R908 RWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R908 RWR shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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