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R995 TBP

1998 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,117 mi
Last recorded35,117 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR995 TBP
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 35,117 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2024 32,068 miles

front brake lever has little reserve travel

Pass 24 Nov 2023 31,868 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2023 31,868 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2021 31,436 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 30,749 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 22 Jun 2020 30,749 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2019 27,896 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 25,909 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 25,813 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 25,813 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Fail 10 Jun 2015 25,748 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 25,748 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 25,561 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 24,746 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 24,559 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2011 24,315 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 24,315 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2010 23,877 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 23,116 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 22,321 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 22,321 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 21,747 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2006 20,454 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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R995 TBP is a 1998 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R995 TBP, 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

How do I check the history of R995 TBP?

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What year was R995 TBP registered?

R995 TBP is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 2 March 1998.

Is R995 TBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R995 TBP shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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