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R947 AKO

1998 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

20,134 mi
Last recorded20,134 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR947 AKO
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2025 20,134 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 20,119 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 19,914 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 19,376 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 19,361 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 19,230 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2013 18,299 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear fog lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 18,299 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 18,219 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 17,840 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 17,329 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 15,789 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 14,099 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2005 1,998 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2005 12,366 miles

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

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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R947 AKO is a 1998 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 R947 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 R947 AKO registered?

R947 AKO is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 12 June 1998.

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The MOT history for R947 AKO shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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