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R98 SGM

1998 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

39,989 mi
Last recorded39,989 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR98 SGM
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 39,989 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 39,680 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2024 39,654 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 39,629 miles

Rear tyre valve deteriorated/perished

Pass 20 Apr 2022 39,457 miles

Coolant leak Strong smell present

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Slight oil leak visible from R/H cylinder

Pass 7 Feb 2020 39,170 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 7 Feb 2020 39,170 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 39,006 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2018 39,006 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released front switch (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear tyre valve split

Pass 19 Apr 2017 38,898 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2016 38,594 miles

Centre Rear Paralever has slight play in bearing

Pass 2 Apr 2015 37,864 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2014 36,878 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 36,048 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2012 36,046 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2012 35,098 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2011 33,122 miles

rear tyre wearing slightly uneven in tread pattern

Pass 4 Jun 2010 32,328 miles

front tyre wearing slightly uneven in tread pattern

rear tyre wearing slightly uneven in tred pattern

Pass 12 Jun 2009 31,084 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 30,577 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 29,677 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 13 Jun 2006 26,206 miles

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

steering damper weeping

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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R98 SGM is a 1998 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 R98 SGM, 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 R98 SGM registered?

R98 SGM is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 25 February 1998.

Is R98 SGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R98 SGM shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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