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R930 AKO

1998 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

31,116 mi
Last recorded31,116 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR930 AKO
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2025 31,116 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 31,095 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 30,944 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 30,181 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 28,727 miles
Fail 11 May 2021 28,727 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 26 May 2020 25,411 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 25,082 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 22,491 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 21,803 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 20,625 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 16,937 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 15,873 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 13,041 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 12,519 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2011 116,860 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 11,735 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2009 11,621 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2008 10,249 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2007 6,948 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 6,873 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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R930 AKO is a 1998 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 R930 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R930 AKO registered?

R930 AKO is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 4 April 1998.

Is R930 AKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R930 AKO shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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