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R919 AKO

1998 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

34,278 mi
Last recorded34,278 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR919 AKO
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 34,278 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement diff mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2024 33,319 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement diff mount bearings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 33,005 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2020 32,943 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 29,382 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 25,723 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2016 25,723 miles

Registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 22,185 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 21,508 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 20,741 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2009 18,218 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 16,793 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 16,780 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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R919 AKO is a 1998 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R919 AKO, 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 R919 AKO registered?

R919 AKO is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 10 March 1998.

Is R919 AKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R919 AKO shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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