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R996 TBP

1998 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

108,663 mi
Last recorded108,663 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2023
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR996 TBP
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2023 108,663 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Unevenly worn (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 13 Jul 2023 108,663 miles

Central Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Central Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Front tyre close to limit /unevenly worn (5.2.3 (e))

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit unevenly worn rear tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 103,625 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear brake disc slightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Fail 14 Jul 2022 10,361 miles

Central Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn mounting rivets worn to excess (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Central Front Upper Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Central Front Upper Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen led bulb not suitable with motorcycles headlight (4.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Upper Footrest missing pillion footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Road spring mounting insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Central Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Mudguard insecure ()

Offside Front Upper Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 102,681 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2020 101,965 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2018 98,863 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 97,331 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 96,759 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 95,941 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 95,024 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 94,213 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 94,154 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Fail 11 Jul 2013 94,099 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 93,149 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 92,057 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2010 90,677 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2009 86,363 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 86,363 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 73,865 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2008 73,865 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) excessively pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

both mirrors damaged

Pass 20 Jun 2007 63,855 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2006 49,560 miles

Centre Front Upper Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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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R996 TBP is a 1998 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 R996 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.

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What year was R996 TBP registered?

R996 TBP is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 2 February 1998.

Is R996 TBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R996 TBP shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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