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R978 BEU

1998 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

35,996 mi
Last recorded35,996 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2019
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR978 BEU
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2019 35,996 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 35,403 miles

slight free play on rubber handle bar mounts

Fail 7 Sep 2018 35,403 miles

Stop lamp not working on both front lever and rear pedal (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

slight free play on rubber handle bar mounts

Pass 20 Sep 2017 34,644 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2016 33,803 miles

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

Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Fail 2 Sep 2016 33,803 miles

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

Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 33,310 miles

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

Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 3,234 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 31,555 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 30,669 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 29,939 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Fail 22 Sep 2011 29,939 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Fail 6 Aug 2010 29,817 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 29,817 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 29,439 miles
Fail 18 May 2009 29,439 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Pass 5 May 2007 28,652 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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R978 BEU is a 1998 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 R978 BEU, 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 R978 BEU registered?

R978 BEU is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 5 January 1998.

Is R978 BEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R978 BEU shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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